All Details About LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet
Description:
LCD 100mg/25mg 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.LCD 100mg/25mg 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, constipation, 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.
Directions For Use:
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. LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.Avoid LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet with high protein meals such as cottage cheese, Swiss cheese, protein powder, eggs and milk.
Side Effects:
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 themOrdinary side effects of LCD
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Abnormal dreams
- Apprehension
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Abnormality of voluntary movements
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
LCD 100mg/25mg 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
LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Biased to complete suppression of lactation was seen in mothers on the treatment with LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet, but when the treatment was stopped, lactation returned to normal levels.
Biased to complete suppression of lactation was seen in mothers on the treatment with LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet, but when the treatment was stopped, lactation returned to normal levels.
Driving
UNSAFE
LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness, double vision, which may affect your ability to react which may affect your ability to drive.
As LCD 100mg/25mg 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
LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. What is LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet?
LCD 100mg/25mg 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, LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet helps control the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and helps you to perform daily activities such as dressing, walking, handling utensils, etc.
Q. Can I stop taking LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, you should continue to take LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet, even if you feel well. Do not stop taking LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking LCD 100mg/25mg 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.
Q. Can the LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
LCD 100mg/25mg 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.
Q. Can the LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet cause dark urine?
Affirmative, the consumption LCD 100mg/25mg 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.
Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet?
Retain 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.
Q. How long does LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet take to cure Parkinson’s disease?
LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet controls Parkinson's disease but does not cure it. It may take several months before you feel the full benefit of LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet.
Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medication?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of LCD 100mg/25mg Tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects and toxicity. Communicate 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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