Syndopa CR 125 Tablet

Composition

Levodopa (100mg) + Carbidopa (25mg)

Uses of Syndopa CR 125 Tablet

Syndopa CR 125 Tablet is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease.

How it works

Syndopa CR 125 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Levodopa and Carbidopa which treats Parkinsonism. Levodopa is a dopamine precursor which gets converted to dopamine, a chemical messenger that controls movement in the brain. Carbidopa is a peripheral decarboxylase inhibitor which prevents breakdown of levodopa allowing it to enter the brain and increase dopamine levels.

Directions for use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Syndopa CR 125 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Avoid Syndopa CR 125 Tablet with high protein meals such as cottage cheese, Swiss cheese, protein powder, eggs and milk.

Side effects

Common side effects of Syndopa CR 125 Tablet may include:

• •Nausea Vomiting Dryness in mouth Constipation Dizziness Sleepiness Headache Abnormal dreams Anxiety Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping) Abnormality of voluntary movements Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)

Manufacturer & class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA