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Parcopa and Xanax

Determining the interaction of Parcopa and Xanax and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Parcopa <> Xanax

Relevance: 17.08.2022 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

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:

ALPRAZolam can decrease the effects of levodopa in some people. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. Contact your doctor if your Parkinson symptoms worsen. 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: Benzodiazepines may decrease the therapeutic effects of levodopa in patients with Parkinson's disease. The mechanism is unknown.

MANAGEMENT: Patients receiving this combination should be monitored for altered clinical response. The benzodiazepine should be discontinued if an interaction is suspected.

References

Hunter KR, Stern GM, Laurence DR "Use of levodopa with other drugs." Lancet 2 (1970): 1283-5
Yosselson-Superstine S, Lipman AG "Chlordiazepoxide interaction with levodopa." Ann Intern Med 96 (1982): 259-60
Mackie L "Drug antagonism." Br Med J 2 (1971): 651

Parcopa

Generic Name: carbidopa / levodopa

Brand name: Parcopa, Rytary, Sinemet, Sinemet CR, Duopa

Synonyms: n.a.

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Xanax

Generic Name: alprazolam

Brand name: Niravam, Xanax, Xanax XR, Alprazolam Intensol

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Xanax?

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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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