Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet

Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet is a precursor of dopamine (chemical messenger in the brain) primarily used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease with its symptoms including tremors, spasms, muscle stiffness, and poor muscle control. Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement and locomotion, which causes stiffness, shaking, difficulty in walking, coordination, and balance. In Parkinson's patients, there are low dopamine levels as the nerve cells of the brain (neurons) that produce dopamine begin to die.

Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet contains 'Levodopa' and 'Carbidopa'. Levodopa belongs to the central nervous system agents, while Carbidopa is a decarboxylase inhibitor. The medicinal component Levodopa changes into dopamine in the brain and helps to control movement. Carbidopa acts by preventing the breakdown of Levodopa in the bloodstream so that more Levodopa can reach to brain.

Take Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take $ame as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition. The most common side effects of Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet are nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, light-headedness, lowered blood pressure, confusion, and dyskinesia (uncontrolled/involuntary muscle movement). Most of these side effects of Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Levodopa must be discontinued at least 12 hours before starting Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor. If you have glaucoma, asthma, nausea, dizziness, mental illness, breathing problems, daytime sleepiness, involuntary muscle movements, intense urges like gambling, spending money, overeating, or increased sexual urges, please inform your doctor before taking Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet.

Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet is an antiparkinson agent that is used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines, namely 'Levodopa' and 'Carbidopa'. Levodopa belongs to the class of medications named central nervous system agents, while carbidopa falls under decarboxylase inhibitors. The medicinal component Levodopa changes into dopamine in the brain and helps to control movement. At the same time, Carbidopa acts by preventing the breakdown of Levodopa in the bloodstream so that more Levodopa can effectively reach the brain to block acetylcholine (a chemical messenger in the brain). 

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Confusion

• Loss of appetite

• Light-headedness

• Lowered blood pressure

• Dyskinesia (uncontrolled/involuntary muscle movement)

Tell your doctor, if you have any medical history of diabetes, heart attacks, mental illness, stomach ulcers, heart disease, or recently gone through a surgical procedure. After taking Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet, one can feel lightheadedness, so it is advised to avoid any work that needs mental alertness. Patients taking Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet can also have a low level of vitamin B12, increased methylmalonic acid levels. Besides this, a prolonged intake of Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet may lead to greater neuropathy chances (nerve damage). Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet should be given with caution in patients with eye problems (narrow-angle glaucoma), irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), gastrointestinal bleeding, and psychosis. The use of Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet is restricted if a person takes monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOs) or antidepressant drugs like isocarboxazid, phenelzine, selegiline, and tranylcypromine because it can lead to high blood pressure (hypertension) crisis.

• Drink plenty of water to avoid headaches due to dehydration. 

• Limit the consumption of sugar-containing food or food with too many calories but fewer nutrients as it may cause tooth decay.

• Engage in physical activity like dancing or exercising, which will boost the metabolism and make a person more energetic.

• Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet as it can make a person dehydrated and may affect their sleep. This can make it harder for a person’s body to aid the Duodopa 100mg/10mg Tablet in fighting off infections.

• It is suggested to take a light meal and avoid high protein foods.