Also known as: Sinemet
This medicine contains two active ingredients levodopa and carbidopa. It belongs to a group of medicines called dopamine agonists (for raising the amount of dopamine in the brain when the cells that naturally produce dopamine are damaged or destroyed). Nakom is prescribed when the low level of dopamine causes nerve messages to the muscles to become low (Parkinson's disease) which is symptomized by stiffness, shaking, tremor and slowness of movement. [...]
This medicine contains two active ingredients levodopa and carbidopa. It belongs to a group of medicines called dopamine agonists (for raising the amount of dopamine in the brain when the cells that naturally produce dopamine are damaged or destroyed). Nakom is prescribed when the low level of dopamine causes nerve messages to the muscles to become low (Parkinson's disease) which is symptomized by stiffness, shaking, tremor and slowness of movement.
Nakom is not suitable for everyone. Do not use it
In particular, you must tell the doctor if you:
Nakom interacts with other medicines. It is most important that you tell the doctor all the medications and herbal supplements that you are currently taking.
See the package leaflet for a complete list of possible contraindications and warnings.
This medicine is available in form of a tablet.
You should take Nakom exactly as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, or do not use it for a longer time than your doctor instructed. Also, this medicine works best if there is a constant amount in the blood. To help keep this amount constant, do not miss any doses and take the medicine at the same time each day. Do not take two doses together if you miss a dose.
Read the information leaflet provided with your medication for additional information. Talk to your doctor if you have any additional questions.
Like all medicines Nakom can cause side effects, including:
Common side effects:
Consult a doctor if the side effects are severe. See the package leaflet for a complete list of side effects.