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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

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Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Regulated

About Lcd 250 CR Tablet

Lcd 250 CR Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called 'antiparkinson agents' a precursor of dopamine (chemical messenger in the brain) primarily used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease with its symptoms including tremors, spasms, muscle stiffness, and poor muscle control. Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement and locomotion, which causes stiffness, shaking, difficulty in walking, coordination, and balance. In Parkinson's patients, there are low dopamine levels as the nerve cells of the brain (neurons) that produce dopamine begin to die.

Lcd 250 CR Tablet contains 'Levodopa' and 'Carbidopa'. Levodopa belongs to the central nervous system agents, while Carbidopa is a decarboxylase inhibitor. The medicinal component Levodopa changes into dopamine in the brain and helps to control movement. Carbidopa acts by preventing the breakdown of Levodopa in the bloodstream so that more Levodopa can reach to brain.

Take Lcd 250 CR Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take $ame as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition. The most common side effects of Lcd 250 CR Tablet are nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, light-headedness, lowered blood pressure, confusion, and dyskinesia (uncontrolled/involuntary muscle movement). Most of these side effects of Lcd 250 CR Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Lcd 250 CR Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Levodopa must be discontinued at least 12 hours before starting Lcd 250 CR Tablet . If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor. If you have glaucoma, asthma, nausea, dizziness, mental illness, breathing problems, daytime sleepiness, involuntary muscle movements, intense urges like gambling, spending money, overeating, or increased sexual urges, please inform your doctor before taking Lcd 250 CR Tablet .

Uses of Lcd 250 CR Tablet

Parkinson’s disease

Directions for Use

Take Lcd 250 CR Tablet with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, break or chew it.

Key Benefits

Lcd 250 CR Tablet is an antiparkinson agent that is used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. Lcd 250 CR Tablet is a combination of two medicines, namely 'Levodopa' and 'Carbidopa'. Levodopa belongs to the class of medications name as central nervous system agents, While Carbidopa falls in decarboxylase inhibitors. The medicinal component Levodopa changes into dopamine in the brain and helps to control movement. At the same time, Carbidopa acts by preventing the breakdown of Levodopa in the bloodstream so that more Levodopa can effectively reach the brain to block acetylcholine (chemical messenger in the brain). 

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor, if you have any medical history of diabetes, heart attacks, mental illness, stomach ulcers, heart disease, or recently gone through a surgical procedure. After taking Lcd 250 CR Tablet , one can feel lightheadedness, so it is advised to avoid any work that needs mental alertness. Patients taking Lcd 250 CR Tablet can also have a low level of vitamin B12, increased methylmalonic acid levels. Besides this, a prolonged intake of Lcd 250 CR Tablet may lead to greater neuropathy chances (nerve damage). Lcd 250 CR Tablet should be given with caution in patients with eye problems (narrow-angle glaucoma), irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), gastrointestinal bleeding, and psychosis. The use of Lcd 250 CR Tablet is restricted if a person takes monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOs) or antidepressant drugs like isocarboxazid, phenelzine, selegiline, and tranylcypromine because it can lead to high blood pressure (hypertension) crisis.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Drink plenty of water to avoid headaches due to dehydration. 
  • Limit the consumption of sugar-containing food or food with too many calories but fewer nutrients as it may cause tooth decay.
  • Engage in physical activity like dancing or exercising, which will boost the metabolism and make a person more energetic.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Lcd 250 CR Tablet as it can make a person dehydrated and may affect their sleep. This can make it harder for a person’s body to aid the Lcd 250 CR Tablet in fighting off infections.
  • It is suggested to take a light meal and avoid high protein foods.

Side Effects of Lcd 250 CR Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Confusion
  • Loss of appetite
  • Light-headedness
  • Lowered blood pressure
  • Dyskinesia (uncontrolled/involuntary muscle movement)

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIPARKINSON AGENTS]

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  • PYRIDOXINE (VITB6)
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Special Advise

  • Do not exceed more than 1 dose (2 capsules) for any off period (recurring symptoms in between regular doses).
  • If you have unusual urges like gambling, spending money, overeating or increased sexual urges, please inform your doctor before taking Lcd 250 CR Tablet .
  • Levodopa must be discontinued at least 12 hours before starting Lcd 250 CR Tablet .
  • Take this medication separately by as many hours as required from any iron supplements or products that are rich in iron. Intake of iron can reduce the absorption of the medication.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Parkinson's disease: It is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement due to damage of nerve cells in the brain which reduces the levels of dopamine and leads to symptoms such as stiffness, tremor in one hand, shaking, difficulty in walking, coordination, and balance. If proper treatment is not provided at the right time, then symptoms may worsen with time. This condition can last for many years or life-long. The symptoms of Parkinson's include- tremors in hands, reduced feeling of coordination and balance of the body, change in posture, tremors in voice, sense of smell, and sleeping problems. Other common signs and symptoms include constipation, skin problems, sleep disorders, and trouble chewing, and swallowing. Usually, most people misunderstood the early signs of Parkinson's disease as normal signs of aging and they did not seek medical help. However, treatment at the early stage of this disease is more effective and helpful.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Lcd 250 CR Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Lcd 250 CR Tablet is a Category B pregnancy drug and is given to a pregnant woman only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Lcd 250 CR Tablet is excreted in human milk, but the effect of Lcd 250 CR Tablet on an infant is unknown. So, Lcd 250 CR Tablet is given to a breastfeeding mother only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Lcd 250 CR Tablet may cause drowsiness and make you fall asleep suddenly. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy after taking Lcd 250 CR Tablet .

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Take Lcd 250 CR Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Take Lcd 250 CR Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Lcd 250 CR Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and efficacy were not established.

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