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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Entacom Plus 150 Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease. This medicine helps to reduce excessive shaking by slowing down the body movements. It works by increasing the amount of chemical messenger that is needed to control abnormal movements.
Entacom Plus 150 Tablet is taken with or without food, but better to avoid high protein meal and dairy products. 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. You should never skip any doses and try to finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it can result in harmful effects.
This medicine may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, constipation, discoloration of urine, and dryness in the mouth. 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. It is common to have diarrhea with this medicine, so drink plenty of fluids and watch for weight loss.
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.
Entacom Plus 150 Tablet is taken with or without food, but better to avoid high protein meal and dairy products. 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. You should never skip any doses and try to finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it can result in harmful effects.
This medicine may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, constipation, discoloration of urine, and dryness in the mouth. 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. It is common to have diarrhea with this medicine, so drink plenty of fluids and watch for weight loss.
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.
USES OF ENTACOM PLUS TABLET
BENEFITS OF ENTACOM PLUS TABLET
In Parkinson's disease
Entacom Plus 150 Tablet is a medicine that helps relieve symptoms of Parkinson's disease such as tremors, muscle stiffness and difficulty moving. It increases the amount of a chemical called dopamine in the brain which helps in coordination of body movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a better manner.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ENTACOM PLUS TABLET
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 them
Common side effects of Entacom Plus
- Urine discoloration
- Headache
- Dryness in mouth
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Anxiety
- Dizziness
- Abnormal dreams
- Involuntary muscle movement
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
HOW TO USE ENTACOM PLUS TABLET
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. Entacom Plus 150 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Entacom Plus 150 Tablet with high protein meals such as cottage cheese, Swiss cheese, protein powder, eggs and milk.
Avoid Entacom Plus 150 Tablet with high protein meals such as cottage cheese, Swiss cheese, protein powder, eggs and milk.
HOW ENTACOM PLUS TABLET WORKS
Entacom Plus 150 Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Levodopa, Carbidopa and Entacapone which treat Parkinsonism. Levodopa is a Carbidopa precursor which gets converted to dopamine, a chemical messenger that controls movement in the brain. Carbidopa is a peripheral decarboxylase inhibitor which prevents the breakdown of Levodopa allowing it to enter the brain and increase dopamine levels. Entacapone is COMT inhibitor which causes higher and more sustained levels of levodopa in blood, leading to greater relief from the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
SAFETY ADVICE
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Entacom Plus 150 Tablet.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Entacom Plus 150 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Entacom Plus 150 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Entacom Plus 150 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Entacom Plus 150 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Entacom Plus 150 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Entacom Plus 150 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Entacom Plus 150 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ENTACOM PLUS TABLET?
If you miss a dose of Entacom Plus 150 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.