It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Encarlev 150.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Encarlev 150 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Encarlev 150 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Encarlev 150 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Encarlev 150 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Encarlev 150 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Encarlev 150 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Encarlev 150 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Encarlev 150mg+37.5mg+200mg Tablet
Introduction
Encarlev 150 is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease. This medicine helps to reduce excessive shaking by slowing down the body movements. It works by increasing the amount of chemical messenger that is needed to contro ... Show more
Uses of Encarlev 150
Parkinson's disease
Side effects of Encarlev 150
Common
Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Urine discoloration
Headache
Dryness in mouth
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Anxiety
Dizziness
Abnormality of voluntary movements
Abnormal dreams
How to use Encarlev 150
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. Encarlev 150 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Encarlev 150 with high pr ... Show more
How Encarlev 150 works
Encarlev 150 is a combination of three medicines: Levodopa, Carbidopa and Entacapone which treat Parkinsonism. Levodopa is a Carbidopa precursor which gets converted to dopamine, a chemical messenger that controls movement in the brain. Carbidopa is ... Show more
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Encarlev 150 to treat your symptoms of parkinson's disease.
Avoid a high-protein diet (eg.meat, poultry, and dairy products) while you are taking this medicine as that can reduce the amount of medicat ... Show more
It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor. It may result in a serious syndrome that causes fever, stiff musc ... Show more
Talk to your doctor in case you develop hallucinations or notice other changes in your behavior.
Brief Description
Indication
Parkinson's disease and 'end of dose' motor fluctuations
Administration
May be taken with or without food. Keep a consistent diet. A change in diet to foods high in protein may delay levodopa absorption & reduce amount tak ... Show more
Adult Dose
Parkinson's disease
Adult: PO: Each tab contains levodopa and carbidopa in a ratio of 4:1 and entacapone 200 mg: Initial: 1 tab/day. Titrate dose ac ... Show more
Child Dose
Safety & efficacy not established
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity. Narrow angle glaucoma. Should not be used in patients with suspicious, undiagnosed skin lesions or a history ot melanoma.
Mode of Action
Levodopa is the metabolic precurosor of dopamine, it crosses the blood-brain barrier and is converted to dopamine in the brain. Carbidopa increases th ... Show more
Precaution
Periodic monitoring of hepatic, renal, haematopoietic and CV functions in patients on prolonged therapy. Monitor for changes in IOP in patients with c ... Show more
Side Effect
>10%
Entacapone
Dyskinesia (25%),Nausea (14%),Diarrhea (10%),Hyperkinesia (10%),Urine discoloration (10%)
1-10%
Entacapone
Hypokinesia (9%), di ... Show more
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C
Lactation: not known if excreted in breast milk; use caution
Interaction
Increased risk of postural hypotension when used concurrently with hypotensive drugs. Severe orthostatic hypotension may result from concurrent usage ... Show more
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