Manufacturer : Levodopa (100mg) + Carbidopa (10mg)

Made In: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Syndopa 110 Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat Parkinson?s disease. It is one of the most effective medications to relives symptoms of Parkinson?s disease such as tremors, muscle stiffness, and difficulty moving. Syndopa 110 Tablet can be taken without food but it is better to avoid a high protein diet and dairy products while taking this medicine. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should never skip any doses and try to finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not stop taking medicine until told by your doctor as it can cause harmful effects. This medicine may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, constipation, and headache. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it's better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It causes a sudden onset of dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. USES OF SYNDOPA TABLET Treatment of Parkinson's disease BENEFITS OF SYNDOPA TABLET In Treatment of Parkinson's disease Syndopa 110 Tablet is one of the most effective medications to relieve symptoms of Parkinson's disease such as tremors, muscle stiffness, and difficulty moving. It increases the amount of a chemical called dopamine in the brain which helps in the coordination of body movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a better manner. SIDE EFFECTS OF SYNDOPA TABLET Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you?re worried about them Common side effects of Syndopa 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) HOW TO USE SYNDOPA TABLET 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 110 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid Syndopa 110 Tablet with high protein meals such as cottage cheese, Swiss cheese, protein powder, eggs and milk. HOW SYNDOPA TABLET WORKS Syndopa 110 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. SAFETY ADVICE warnings Alcohol UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Syndopa 110 Tablet. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Syndopa 110 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. warnings Breast feeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Syndopa 110 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 Syndopa 110 Tablet, but when the treatment was stopped, lactation returned to normal levels. warnings Driving UNSAFE Syndopa 110 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As Syndopa 110 Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness, double vision, which may affect your ability to react which may affect your ability to drive. warnings Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Syndopa 110 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Syndopa 110 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. warnings Liver CAUTION Syndopa 110 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Syndopa 110 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE SYNDOPA TABLET? If you miss a dose of Syndopa 110 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.