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Sinemet
Generic Name: E: CARBIDOPA (KAR-bi-doe-pa) and LEVODOPA (LEE-voe-doe-pa)

Common Uses of Sinemet
This medicine is an antidyskinetic combination used to treat Parkinson's disease. This medicine may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Possible Sinemet Side Effects
Side effects that may go away during treatment, include stomach upset, loss of appetite, dry mouth, change in taste, headache, or dizziness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if you experience vomiting; severe abdominal pain; unusual or painful movements of face, eyelids, mouth, tongue, arms, hands, or legs; diarrhea; chest pain; trouble sleeping; depression; or confusion. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

General Cautions
Do not stop taking this medicine without checking with your doctor. Keep all doctor appointments while you are taking this medicine. Contact your doctor if your symptoms become worse. Before you have any medical or dental treatments, emergency care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using this medicine. This medicine may cause dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine. If dizziness occurs, sit up or stand up slowly. Diets high in protein may prevent your body's ability to absorb this medicine. Dietary protein should be eaten evenly throughout the day. Before you begin taking any new medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. This medicine may cause darkening of your urine. There is no need for concern.

For Women: if you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. It is unknown if this medicine is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking this medicine. If you have diabetes mellitus, this medicine may cause false test results with some urine glucose or urine ketone tests. Check with your doctor before you adjust the dose of your diabetes medicine or change your diet.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR CONSUMERS
Product data and health claims are for general information purposes only and should not be used as official medical advice. We strongly advise consumers to consult with their personal physicians on the proper and effective use of prescription drugs and medications.

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