Syndopa Plus Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat Parkinson’s disease. It is one of the most effective medications to relives symptoms of Parkinson’s disease such as tremors, muscle stiffness, and difficulty moving.
Syndopa Plus Tablet can be taken without food but it is better to avoid a high protein diet and dairy products while taking this medicine. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should never skip any doses and try to finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not stop taking medicine until told by your doctor as it can cause harmful effects.
This medicine may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, sweating, and headache. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it's better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It causes a sudden onset of dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Syndopa Plus Tablet is one of the most effective medications to relieve symptoms of Parkinson's disease such as tremors, muscle stiffness, and difficulty moving. It increases the amount of a chemical called dopamine in the brain which helps in the coordination of body movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a better manner.
Side effects of Syndopa Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Syndopa
Dryness in mouth
Dizziness
Headache
Abnormal dreams
Involuntary muscle movement
Gastrointestinal disturbance
Sweating
How to use Syndopa Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Syndopa Plus Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Syndopa Plus Tablet with high protein meals such as cottage cheese, Swiss cheese, protein powder, eggs and milk.
How Syndopa Tablet works
Syndopa Plus Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Levodopa and Carbidopa which treats Parkinsonism. Levodopa is a dopamine precursor which gets converted to dopamine, a chemical messenger that controls movement in the brain. Carbidopa is a peripheral decarboxylase inhibitor which prevents breakdown of levodopa allowing it to enter the brain and increase dopamine levels.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Syndopa Plus Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Syndopa Plus Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Syndopa Plus Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Partial to complete suppression of lactation was seen in mothers on the treatment with Syndopa Plus Tablet, but when the treatment was stopped, lactation returned to normal levels.
Driving
UNSAFE
Syndopa Plus Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As Syndopa Plus Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness, double vision, which may affect your ability to react which may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Syndopa Plus Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Syndopa Plus Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Syndopa Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Syndopa Plus Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Syndopa Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Syndopa Plus Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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You have been prescribed Syndopa Plus Tablet to treat your symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
Reduce/avoid a high-protein diet (e.g. meat, poultry, and dairy products) while you are taking the medicine as it can reduce the amount of medication absorbed by your body.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Syndopa Plus Tablet can make you very sleepy.
When you start the medication, get out of bed slowly, as the medication may cause dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting.
Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor. It may result in a serious syndrome that causes fever, stiff muscles, unusual body movements, sweating, and confusion.
Talk to your doctor in case you develop hallucinations or other changes in your behavior.
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Patient concerns
My mother suffering from Parkinson disease from 7 year , any affective medicine ?? Both hand and leg is shaking ,hardly stand up from bed himself, using parking tablet, syndopa plus and parkitidin
Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
Dear sir Parkinson's can only be managed with Homeopathy. There are few medicines which are used to improve quality of life and decrease disease progression
Sir my father diagonosed parkinson plus disease ,having stiffness in all joints and bedridden .Moreover both femur bone operated and having plate since2014.kindly suggest treatment
I am suffering from neck pain last month and I am also a patient of Parkinson's disease and I am taking syndopa plus and pacitane last 1 year but not feeling well please tell me advise please sir thanks
Is there have any medicine 4 PD Hi sir ,good afternoon My father is suffering from Parkinson's disease since last 3years. Recently he is taking syndopa plus revemer 3,Ropark 25 and amantrel I am not getting any positive results
I have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease 3 year's back. I am talking Syndopa plus 4 times a day. Many times I feel depressed and have lot of anxiety. What medicine I can take to overcome this.
Hi my mom had Parkinson's disease but didn't get any operation but using tablets syndopa last night she take another tablet of pain killer with it by the morning my mom to full shivering of hands and legs so what do u suggest to do?
My father is suffering from Parkinson's disease from last 3 years.From June 2016 we have changed the doctor and she is suggested to take syndopa plus ,syndopa Cr and amantral.from last 14 days ,my father's behaviour suddenly changed,mood has changed.his behaviour becomes suspesious about us.he was denying to take the medicine and become violent.so we admitted him in hospital.our neurologist suggested that he may have schizophrenia has he is having psychotic history.may be because of that he is behaving like this.so now we have psychiatrist treatment also with it.i am really confused.is he suffering because of Parkinson's or he is really having psychological problem.please guide me
Dr. Vikas Sharma
Neurology
some forms of parkinsons may be associate d with psychosisother ccauses of psychosis need to be excluded like thyroid disease, vitamin b12 deficinecy , brain infection
What were the side-effects while using Syndopa Plus Tablet?
No Side Effec*
33%
Constipation
14%
Dizziness
13%
Vomiting
8%
Mood changes
7%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Syndopa Tablet?
With food
43%
With or witho*
31%
Empty stomach
26%
*With or without food
Please rate Syndopa Plus Tablet on price
Not Expensive
49%
Average
31%
Expensive
20%
FAQs
What is Syndopa Plus Tablet?
Syndopa Plus Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Levodopa and Carbidopa. This medication is used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's disease like tremors (shaking), stiffness and slowness of movement. These symptoms are caused due to the lack of dopamine, a natural substance usually found in the brain. Levodopa works by being converted to dopamine in the brain. Carbidopa works by preventing levodopa from being broken down before it reaches the brain. By increasing the amount of dopamine in the brain, Syndopa Plus Tablet helps control the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and helps you to perform daily activities such as dressing, walking, handling utensils, etc.
Can I stop taking Syndopa Plus Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, you should continue to take Syndopa Plus Tablet, even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Syndopa Plus Tablet without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Syndopa Plus Tablet, you could develop a serious problem causing fever, rigid muscles, unusual body movements and confusion. Consult your doctor if the symptoms are relieved, he might decrease your dose gradually.
Can the Syndopa Plus Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Syndopa Plus Tablet may make you drowsy or may cause you to suddenly fall asleep during your daily activities. You might not feel drowsy or notice any other warning signs before suddenly falling asleep. Avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities at the beginning of your treatment until you know how the medication affects you. If you suddenly fall asleep while doing something such as watching television, talking, eating, or riding in a car, or if you become very drowsy, especially during the daytime, call your doctor.
Can the Syndopa Plus Tablet cause dark urine?
Yes, it is a rare side effect. Consumption of Syndopa Plus Tablet may alter the colour of your saliva, urine or sweat and make it dark colored (red, brown or black). This is harmless but your clothing may become stained.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Syndopa Plus Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
How long does Syndopa Plus Tablet take to cure Parkinson’s disease?
Syndopa Plus Tablet controls Parkinson's disease but does not cure it. It may take several months before you feel the full benefit of Syndopa Plus Tablet.
Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medication?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Syndopa Plus Tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects and toxicity. Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after a few weeks of treatment. Also let your doctor know if the effects of this medication seem to wear off quickly in between doses.
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