Carbidopa, entacapone, and levodopa and Macrilen
Determining the interaction of Carbidopa, entacapone, and levodopa and Macrilen and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Levodopa may affect the accuracy of the diagnostic test performed with macimorelin. It is generally recommended to discontinue levodopa for a washout period before administration of the test. Talk to a healthcare professional if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:GENERALLY AVOID: Drugs that directly affect the pituitary secretion of growth hormone (e.g., somatostatin, insulin, glucocorticoids, cyclooxygenase inhibitors such as aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and drugs that may transiently elevate growth hormone levels (e.g., clonidine, levodopa, insulin) may impact the accuracy of the macimorelin diagnostic test.
MANAGEMENT: Concomitant use of macimorelin with drugs affecting growth hormone levels should generally be avoided. A sufficient washout period following discontinuation of these drugs is recommended prior to macimorelin administration.
- "Product Information. Macrilen (macimorelin)." Aeterna Zentaris, Charleston, SC.
Generic Name: carbidopa / entacapone / levodopa
Brand name: Stalevo 100, Stalevo 125, Stalevo 150, Stalevo 200, Stalevo 50, Stalevo 75, Stalevo
Synonyms: Levodopa, Carbidopa, and Entacapone
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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