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Dr. Aditya Shah
Expert In Clinical Pharmacology And Drug SafetyView moreWhat Is Syndopa Plus
Syndopa Plus medicine is very beneficial in treating Parkinson’s disease and helps in reliving symptoms such as tremors, difficulty in body movement, muscle stiffness. To achieve maximum benefit, one should try to take the medicine at the same time each day continuously as long as doctor prescribes it for.
Key Information
- Ingredient: This tablet contains levodopa and carbidopa as its active ingredients.
- Use: It is mainly used to treat Parkinson’s disease where muscle stiffness, inability to do basic body movements, or shakiness occurs.
- Mechanism: This medicine increases the levels of dopamine, which helps in preventing disease.
- Dosage: The dosage should be decided by doctor. However, try to finish of the course of this treatment otherwise side effects may worsen the conditions. Avoid protein rich diet during this medication.
- Common side effects: Dryness in mouth, vomiting, headache, and sweating are some of the common side effects.
- Major Warnings: Women being pregnant or breastfeeding should be cautious before taking the medicine and patients having medical history of kidney or liver disease should also avoid taking the medicine without doctor’s consultation.
Dosage
The dosage and duration should be recommended by doctor as according to individual’s medical conditions. However, one should refrain taking protein rich diet in high quantity and dairy products during this medication.
Missed Dose:
If any patient has missed the dose take it soon as possible but if there is no time left for next schedule, skip the missed dose. Do not compensate for the missed dose. Take it as scheduled.
Overdose:
If any individual has overdosed immediately seek medical emergency.
Side Effects
All side effects do not require medical emergency, however if the effects persist for a prolonged time and causes trouble it should immediately be reported to doctor.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Sweating
- Dryness in the mouth
- Low appetite
- Diarrhea
- Drowsiness
Precaution
Alcohol
Yet there is no verified study to show that the medicine reacts with alcohol. However, if anyone is a frequent drinker, take consultation from doctor before starting the medication.
Pregnancy
This medicine is strictly not recommended during pregnancy as it can result risk to fetus and cause ham to the unborn baby. Hence, if necessary, discuss with the doctor about its benefits and risks and then take it.
Breast feeding
The effects of this medicine may pass into the breast milk causing harm to the baby. Hence, avoid it. However, if necessary, consult doctor before taking the medicine.
Driving
Common side effects like dizziness may be felt after taking this tablet. Hence, avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery.
Kidney
Patients having severe kidney diseases should avoid taking this medicine. However, inform doctor so that dose adjustment if any can be made.
Liver
Patients having severe liver diseases should avoid taking this medicine. However, infirm doctor so that dose adjustment if any could be made.
Heart
If any individual has any medical history of heart failure or breathing difficulty should be cautious before starting the medication.
FAQs
Q. How Long Does Syndopa Plus Tablet Take To treats Parkinson’s Disease?
It may take few months to show its maximum benefit after consuming this medicine. However, this tablet cannot fully treat the disease, but it can be controlled to a large excess.
Q. Can I Take A Higher Than The Recommended Dose Of This Medication?
One should inform the doctor before changing any dose otherwise risk of side effects may increase and worsen the conditions. If the conditions do not improve after taking it for a longer duration report to the doctor.
Q. Can The Syndopa Plus Tablet Cause Dark Urine?
Some patients may experience color change in their saliva, sweat or urine which is very rare side effect. However, these are very harmless, but individuals should be cautious as your dress may get stained.
Q. What Are The Instructions For Storage And Disposal Of Syndopa Plus Tablet?
Read the instructions given on the label and store accordingly. However, keep it away from pets and children. The unused medicine should be disposed of properly.
Q. Can I Stop Taking Syndopa Plus Tablet When My Symptoms Are Relieved?
No, without consulting a doctor you should not stop taking the medicine even if you feel better as side effects like unusual body movement, confusion and fever may occur which may worsen the condition. Hence, always consult doctor for dose adjustments if any.
Q. Can The Syndopa Plus Tablet Cause Sleepiness Or Drowsiness?
Yes, one may feel drowsy or sleepy after taking this medicine. Hence, do not perform any activity which requires focus, alertness like driving, operating heavy machinery or working on heights. If this affects your daily activities like while watching television, talking or riding a car then consult your doctor.
Q. What Diet Restrictions Should I Follow With Syndopa Plus Tablet?
Individuals should avoid taking high protein diet in large quantities and foods such as egg, cheese or milk should also be avoided while taking this medicine, as it may affect the treatment.
