Sinemet Coupon & Discounts

Sinemet Information:

• What

What is Sinemet?

Sinemet combines the drugs levodopa and carbidopa, and is prescribed to treat symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and symptoms resembling Parkinson’s disease that may develop after a brain injury or encephalitis. Levodopa is a central nervous system agent that converts to dopamine in the brain; carbidopa is a decarboxylase inhibitor that prevents levodopa from breaking down before it reaches the brain so that lower doses of levodopa may be used to help limit nausea and vomiting.

• How

How do I take Sinemet?

The Sinemet medicine is administered as a tablet that is taken orally with water and without regard to food. The strength and frequency of dosing will be determined by your healthcare provider. Do not take more or less than the prescribed amount. Do not crush, chew, dissolve or split this medication. Sinemet controls the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, but is not a cure; continue taking this medication even if you feel well; do not discontinue Sinemet without first consulting your doctor.

• Precautions

Before taking Sinemet, tell your doctor if:

• You are allergic to levodopa, carbidopa, or any of the ingredients in the Sinemet drug
• You are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are nursing a child
• You are taking any prescription or non-prescription medications, vitamins, or supplements, including those containing iron
• You are taking, or recently stopped taking levodopa, tranylcypromine, phenelzine, or other medications for Parkinson's disease
• You are taking tetrabenazine, selegiline, risperidone, rasagiline, phenytoin, papaverine, metoclopramide, isoniazid, isocarboxazid, ipratropium, haloperidol, or antihistamines
• You are taking sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, medications to treat mental illness, or antidepressants
• You are taking medications to treat hypertension, urinary problems, motion sickness, irritable bowel disease, ulcers, or nausea
• You have, or have had, glaucoma
• You have, or have had, melanoma or an undiagnosed skin problem or condition
• You have, or have had, asthma, emphysema, or any lung disease or condition
• You have, or have had, heart disease, hypotension, arrhythmia, a heart attack, a blood vessel condition, or fainting problems
• You have, or have had, a mental illness
• You have, or have had, kidney or liver disease, stomach ulcers, hormone problems, or problems with your nerves
• Side Effects

What are the possible side effects of taking Sinemet?

Some people have reported side effects after taking Sinemet. Mild symptoms include weakness, sleep difficulties, nightmares, nervousness, mouth or throat pain, appetite loss, headache, forgetfulness or disorientation, dry mouth, dizziness, diarrhea, constipation, altered sense of taste. If any of these conditions persist or worsen, contact your healthcare provider.

Severe side effects requiring immediate medical attention include signs of an allergic reaction, abdominal pain, arrhythmia, black, bloody, or tarry stools, chest pain, depression, aural and visual hallucinations, increased sweating, nausea, swelling of the extremities, tachycardia, thoughts of suicide or death; unusual or uncontrolled movements of the mouth, tongue, face, head, neck, arms, and legs; vomiting, especially bloody vomit or vomit that looks like coffee grounds; weak, numb, or lost sensation in the fingers or feet. 

• Missed Dose

What if I forget to take a dose of Sinemet?

If you forget to take your scheduled dose of Sinemet, do so as soon as you remember and are able. However, if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, skip the one missed and resume the regular schedule. Do not increase the dosage or change the schedule to compensate for one that was missed.

• Storage

How do I store Sinemet?

Keep your Sinemet medicine tightly sealed in its original container, out of the reach of children and away from extremes of temperature and humidity. Dispose of any unused or expired tablets according to the instructions of your pharmacist.

• Overdose

What happens if I overdose on Sinemet?

If an overdose of Sinemet is suspected, contact the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222. If the individual has stopped breathing or lost consciousness, contact Emergency Services at 911.

• Additional Info

Warnings

Contact you doctor if you become pregnant while taking Sinemet. Sudden stopping of Sinemet can have serious side effects such as rigidity, fever, confusion, and sudden tics, tremors, and body movements. This medication may make you drowsy or cause you to fall asleep suddenly; do not drive, operate heavy machinery or equipment, use power tools, or handle firearms or explosives until its effects are known. Sinemet may stimulate a desire to gamble, engage in reckless behaviors, or an increase in sexual urges; notify family members that you are using this medication so they can help monitor behavior. This medication may cause a harmless darkening your saliva, urine, or sweat. Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication. Sinemet may cause orthostatic hypertension.

Brand Names

Sinemet is the brand name of a proprietary combination of the drugs carbidopa and levodopa; it is also available as Rytary, Sinemet CR, Duopa, and Stalevo. However, these medications cannot be substituted for one another without direct written medical permission as their formulae and methods of delivery vary. To lower Sinemet costs, coupons from HelpRx are available that provide savings of up to 57% at local pharmacies. Download yours by clicking the “Claim Discount” link on the Sinemet page, then present it every time you fill your prescription.