Dexlansoprazole Capsules and Parcopa

• Generic Name: dexlansoprazole
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Dexilant, Kapidex

• It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD; acid reflux).
• It is used to treat heartburn.
• It is used to treat or prevent ulcers of the swallowing tube (esophagus).
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

• Generic Name: carbidopa / levodopa
• Dosage Forms: tablet, orally disintegrating
• Other Brand Names: Parcopa, Rytary, Sinemet, Sinemet CR, Duopa

Parcopa is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease, such as muscle stiffness, tremors, spasms, and poor muscle control. Parkinson's disease may be caused by low levels of a chemical called dopamine (DOE pa meen) in the brain.

Levodopa is converted to dopamine in the brain. Carbidopa helps prevent the breakdown of levodopa before it can reach the brain and take effect.

Parcopa is also used to treat Parkinson symptoms caused by carbon monoxide poisoning or manganese intoxication.

Parcopa may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.