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About LCD 275 Tablet

LCD 275 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 275 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 275 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 275 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 275 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 275 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Levodopa must be discontinued at least 12 hours before starting LCD 275 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 275 Tablet .

Uses of LCD 275 Tablet

Parkinson’s disease

Directions for Use

Take LCD 275 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.

Medicinal Benefits

LCD 275 Tablet is an antiparkinson agent that is used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. LCD 275 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

Side Effects of LCD 275 Tablet

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

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 275 Tablet , one can feel lightheadedness, so it is advised to avoid any work that needs mental alertness. Patients taking LCD 275 Tablet can also have a low level of vitamin B12, increased methylmalonic acid levels. Besides this, a prolonged intake of LCD 275 Tablet may lead to greater neuropathy chances (nerve damage). LCD 275 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 275 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.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LevodopaPhenelzine
Critical
LevodopaProcarbazine
Critical

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LevodopaPhenelzine
Critical
How does the drug interact with LCD 275 Tablet:
Using LCD 275 Tablet together with phenelzine can increase blood pressure and increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LCD 275 Tablet with Phenelzine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness and fainting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
LevodopaProcarbazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with LCD 275 Tablet:
Using LCD 275 Tablet together with procarbazine can increase blood pressure and increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Procarbazine with LCD 275 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness and fainting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
LevodopaTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with LCD 275 Tablet:
Taking Tranylcypromine with LCD 275 Tablet can increase the risk of high blood pressure

How to manage the interaction:
Taking LCD 275 Tablet with Tranylcypromine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness and fainting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
LevodopaGlycopyrronium bromide
Severe
How does the drug interact with LCD 275 Tablet:
Coadministration of LCD 275 Tablet with glycopyrronium bromide can significantly decrease the blood levels of LCD 275 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using glycopyrronium bromide and LCD 275 Tablet together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LevodopaAmisulpride
Severe
How does the drug interact with LCD 275 Tablet:
Coadministration of LCD 275 Tablet with amisulpride may increase the risk and severity of side effects and also reduce the effectiveness of both drugs.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking amisulpride and LCD 275 Tablet can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor if you experience drowsiness, low blood pressure, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevodopaEsketamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with LCD 275 Tablet:
Coadministration of LCD 275 Tablet with Esketamine can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking LCD 275 Tablet and Esketamine together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience sleepiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in thinking, judgment consult your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LevodopaIsocarboxazid
Severe
How does the drug interact with LCD 275 Tablet:
Using LCD 275 Tablet together with isocarboxazid can increase blood pressure and increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Isocarboxazid with LCD 275 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Contact your doctor right away if you experience symptoms like severe headache, confusion, chest pain, or sudden weakness. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LevodopaLinezolid
Severe
How does the drug interact with LCD 275 Tablet:
Using LCD 275 Tablet together with linezolid can increase blood pressure and increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between linezolid and LCD 275 Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience a sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting, you should seek immediate medical attention. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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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 275 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 275 Tablet in fighting off infections.
  • It is suggested to take a light meal and avoid high protein foods.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPARKINSON AGENTS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

It is advised to not take LCD 275 Tablet glaucoma (damage of optic nerve that is essential for good vision) as it may increase the fluid pressure inside the eye. However, regular monitoring of pressure in the eyes is recommended while on treatment with LCD 275 Tablet .

It is advised not to stop taking LCD 275 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a severe condition called withdrawal-emergent hyperpyrexia with symptoms such as confusion, fever, muscle stiffness, changes in heartbeat and breathing. Therefore, take LCD 275 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any of these symptoms while taking LCD 275 Tablet , please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

In some cases, prolonged intake of LCD 275 Tablet may lead to a decrease of Vitamin B12 in the body. So, your doctor might recommend regular tests for the Vitamin B12 while using LCD 275 Tablet .

The exact effects of birth control pills with LCD 275 Tablet is still under research. However, it is best to tell your doctor if you are using any type of hormonal contraception. If a person develops diarrhea and vomiting then they need to change their contraception methods like condoms and other contraceptives.

It has been reported that some patients taking LCD 275 Tablet have experienced stomach upset. To avoid such conditions take LCD 275 Tablet should be taken with a meal or snack to avoid or lessen the side effects including diarrhea, nausea, and indigestion. Later the body becomes habitual to medicine so a person can take it with a light meal or an empty stomach to get better results. Be sure, to ask the doctor about the best time of taking the medicine.

Drug interactions have been reported when a person takes Methotrexate with Carbidopa. However, clinical research is still going on to know how does LCD 275 Tablet affects Methotrexate. One should talk to their doctor for more clarification.

Most people do not face any side effects including jaundice. However, any person who has been taking LCD 275 Tablet for a prolonged time then they should consult their doctor immediately if they notice yellowing of skin/eyes or abdominal pain.

LCD 275 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 fall in the category of decarboxylase inhibitors. The medicinal component Levodopa changes into dopamine in the brain and helps to control movement. While Carbidopa acts by preventing the breakdown of Levodopa in the bloodstream so that more Levodopa can reach to brain.

Patients with narrow-angle glaucoma should avoid intake of LCD 275 Tablet . Levodopa may activate a malignant melanoma (skin cancer), so LCD 275 Tablet should not be used in patients with suspicious, undiagnosed skin lesions or a melanoma history. LCD 275 Tablet also causes a deficiency of vitamin B12, so patient with low vitamin B12 should not take LCD 275 Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • RASAGILINE
  • PRAMIPEXOLE
  • ATORVASTATIN
  • PYRIDOXINE (VITB6)
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • QUETIAPINE

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 275 Tablet .
  • Levodopa must be discontinued at least 12 hours before starting LCD 275 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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