Entacom Plus 50 Tablet (Levodopa 50mg / Carbidopa 12.5mg / Entacapone 200mg)

Entacom Plus 50 Tablet

Entacom Plus-50 Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. These symptoms may include muscle stiffness, tremors, muscle spasms, poor muscle control, slowness of movement, etc. It may also be used to replace therapy with other medicines (carbidopa and levodopa combinations) if the patient is experiencing wearing-off symptoms. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Entacom Plus-50 Tablet
Uncontrolled body movements
Nausea
Muscle pain
Diarrhea
Fainting
Stomach pain
Dry mouth
Tiredness
Shortness of breath
Headache
Itching
Difficult or painful urination
Uses of Entacom Plus-50 Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Parkinson’s Disease
This combination of medicine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease; these symptoms may include stiffness, tremors, muscle spasms, poor muscle control, etc. It may also be used to replace therapy with other medicines (carbidopa and levodopa combinations) if the patient is experiencing any wearing-off symptoms.

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When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to levodopa, carbidopa, entacapone, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Narrow angle glaucoma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of narrow-angle glaucoma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Nonselective monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients undergoing therapy with non-selective monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or patients who have taken these medicines in the past 14 days due to the increased risk of severe drug-drug interactions. It is advised that patients should inform the doctor about all their current medicines, including any herbs and supplements, before beginning therapy with this medicine.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

General Instructions

Take this medicine with or without food, as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.