Carbidopa, Levodopa and Entacapone and Hydralazine Oral, Injection, Intravenous
Determining the interaction of Carbidopa, Levodopa and Entacapone and Hydralazine Oral, Injection, Intravenous 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 and hydrALAZINE may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. These side effects are most likely to be seen at the beginning of treatment, following a dose increase, or when treatment is restarted after an interruption. Let your doctor know if you develop these symptoms and they do not go away after a few days or they become troublesome. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you, and use caution when getting up from a sitting or lying position. 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:MONITOR: The hypotensive effects of levodopa and antihypertensive agents may be additive. Postural hypotension may occur.
MANAGEMENT: Hemodynamic responses should be monitored during coadministration, especially during the first few weeks of therapy. Dose adjustments of the antihypertensive agent may be required. Patients should be advised to notify their physician if they experience dizziness or syncope.
- "Product Information. Stalevo 150 (carbidopa/entacapone/levodopa)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals, East Hanover, NJ.
Generic Name: carbidopa / entacapone / levodopa
Brand name: Stalevo 100, Stalevo 125, Stalevo 150, Stalevo 200, Stalevo 50, Stalevo 75, Stalevo
Synonyms: Carbidopa, entacapone, and levodopa, Levodopa, Carbidopa, and Entacapone
Generic Name: hydralazine
Brand name: Apresoline
Synonyms: Hydralazine, HydrALAZINE
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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