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LCD 275 Tablet

LCD 275 Tablet

Levodopa (250mg) + Carbidopa (25mg)

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Parkinson's Disease
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About This Medicine

Product description & overview

LCD 275 Tablet contains a combination of Levodopa 250 mg and Carbidopa 25 mg, formulated for the management of Parkinson’s disease and Parkinsonian syndromes. Levodopa serves as a precursor to dopamine, effectively replenishing diminished dopamine levels in the brain, thereby alleviating symptoms such as bradykinesia, rigidity, and tremors. Carbidopa, a peripheral dopa-decarboxylase inhibitor, enhances the bioavailability of Levodopa by preventing its premature conversion to dopamine outside the central nervous system, which reduces peripheral side effects like nausea and cardiovascular disturbances. This combination allows for lower doses of Levodopa to be administered while maximizing therapeutic efficacy and minimizing adverse effects. LCD 275 Tablet is indicated for symptomatic treatment and is typically initiated at the lowest effective dose, with gradual titration based on clinical response and tolerability. Patients should be monitored for potential side effects including dyskinesias, orthostatic hypotension, and neuropsychiatric symptoms. Caution is advised in individuals with a history of cardiac, hepatic, or renal impairment. Concomitant use with non-selective monoamine oxidase inhibitors is contraindicated. Regular follow-up is essential to optimize dosing and manage long-term therapy challenges associated with Parkinson’s disease progression.

Active composition

Levodopa 250 mg

+1 more active ingredient

About Levodopa

Levodopa is an antiparkinson agent used to treat Parkinson's disease. It works by converting to dopamine in the brain, replenishing the levels of this neurotransmitter and alleviating motor symptoms. Levodopa is effective in managing both motor and non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Common side effects may include nausea and dizziness, but these usually resolve over time. In summary, Levodopa is crucial for managing Parkinson's disease.

How It Works

Levodopa is converted to dopamine in the brain, restoring neurotransmitter levels and improving motor function.

Medicine Strength
250 mg

All Active Ingredients

Levodopa250 mg
Carbidopa25 mg

Dosage & How to Use

Dosage information not available. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Safety Advice

Important precautions

Side Effect Occurrence

Based on clinical trials and patient reports.

Overall Tolerance

Most patients tolerate well

Only 2.3% reported effects

Common Side Effects

Headache8%
Nausea5%
Dizziness3%
Fatigue2%
Rash1%
Higher
Lower

Safety Advice

Alcohol

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with LCD 275 Tablet.

High Risk

Pregnancy

LCD 275 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Medical Advice

Driving

LCD 275 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As LCD 275 Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness, double vision, which may affect your ability to react which may affect your ability to drive.

Exercise Caution

Liver

LCD 275 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of LCD 275 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Regular Checkup

Breastfeeding

LCD 275 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Partial to complete suppression of lactation was seen in mothers on the treatment with LCD 275 Tablet, but when the treatment was stopped, lactation returned to normal levels.

Consult Doctor

Kidney

LCD 275 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of LCD 275 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Regular Checkup

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