Entacom® | Entacom 200 (Entacapone) - 200mg (10 Tablets)
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Active Integredient |
Marketed Name |
Parkinson's disease
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Entacapone |
Entacom® |
Uses
Entacom is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease, such as muscle spasms and stiffness. It is designed to be used only in combination with other drugs such as carbidopa and levodopa. This medication may be prescribed to treat other conditions, as determined by your physician.
Dosage and administration
Always follow your prescription. Do not self medicate or change your dosage without the advice of your physician.
Dosing can usually be done either with or without food. If you experience nausea after dosing it is recommended you dose with at least a light snack.
Keep all appointments with your physician. Patients usually require regular checkups and close monitoring while taking Entacom so your physician can adjust your dosage based on your ongoing progress.
Side effects
Common side effects which are usually mild and not persisting include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Anxiousness
- Dry mouth
- Loss of appetite
- Changes to your skin
- Changes to your urine colour
All side effects should be reported to your physician. If you have any which persist, worsen, or become bothersome, inform your physician promptly.
The following side effects are more serious and require immediate medical attention.
- Fainting
- Flu-like symptoms
- Severe diarrhoea
- Bloody urine or stools
- Jaundice
- Confusion
- Hallucinating
- Shakes
- Tremors
- Uncontrolled movements
- Abnormal changes to your sex drive
- Any symptoms of an allergic reaction (such as difficulty breathing, a tight chest, swelling, and rashes)
Precautions
Do not consume alcohol while taking Entacom.
Patients using this medication have an increased risk of developing skin cancer, so should avoid exposure to sunlight as much as possible, and should check themselves regularly for skin cancer.
Always inform your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and always disclose full details of any of the following:
- Any allergies which you suffer from
- Any other conditions, illnesses, or disorders which you suffer from
- Any other prescription or non-prescription medication you are taking
- Any supplements, vitamins, or herbal products which you are taking
Delivery Time: 7-14 Days
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