Tidomet E 50mg Tablet
Tidomet E 50mg Tablet Description
Tidomet E Tablet is used for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and movement disorders. Parkinson's disease is a brain disorder that can lead to loss of control over certain body functions of indiv
iduals and is accompanied by shaking, stiffness and difficulty with walking, balance and coordination. Tidomet E Tablet is a combination medicine containing levodopa, entacapone and carbidopa. It increases the level of a chemical substance called dopamine, a decrease in the level of this substance is responsible for the symptoms of this disease. Tidomet E should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹43.53 |
You Save | ₹5.94 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Levodopa(50.0 Mg) + Carbidopa(12.5 Mg) + Entacapone(200.0 Mg) |
Uses | Parkinson's disease |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, headache |
Therapy | ANTI-PARKINSONIAN |
Uses of Tidomet E 50mg Tablet
Contraindications of Tidomet E 50mg Tablet
- If you are allergic to levodopa,entacapone, carbidopa or any ingredients of Tidomet E Tablet.
- If you have a history of skin cancer called melanoma or the presence of moles on the skin which have not been clinically checked by a doctor.
- If you are taking medicines for mental health disorders belonging to a class MOAIs like Rasagiline should be stopped at least 14 days before you start taking this medicine.
- If you have raised pressure in the eyes, it is condition called narrow-angle Glaucoma.
- If you are diagnosed with any serious mental illness.
- If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Side effects of Tidomet E 50mg Tablet
- Uncontrolled movements
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dry mouth
- Diarrhoea
- Reduced appetite
- Drowsiness
Precautions and Warnings of Tidomet E 50mg Tablet
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience mood changes, sleep attacks or excessive sleepiness.
- You have a history of fits.
- You have or had an ulcer in your stomach or intestine.
- You have had a heart attack or heart disorder or breathing problems.
- You have had kidney, liver or hormonal problems.
- You have a due surgery or operation.
- You have an eye condition called 'glaucoma’, you will need to have regular checks on the pressure in your eye.
Mode of Action of Tidomet E 50mg Tablet
How Does It Work?
- Tidomet E offers relief in symptoms of Parkinson’s disease by increasing the levels of dopamine in the brain.
- Levodopa gets converted into Dopamine. This dopamine gives relief from symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
- Carbidopa an dentacapone helps in maintaining an optimal level of levodopa by inhibiting its breakdown by enzymes before it reaches the brain.
Directions for Use of Tidomet E 50mg Tablet
- Take Tidomet E Tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water.
- Try to take it at a fixed time every day as advised by your doctor.
- Do not skip the doses even if you feel better.
Interactions of Tidomet E 50mg Tablet
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way the Tidomet E Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially, if you are taking any other medicine especially to treat Parkinson’s disease.
- If you are taking any iron preparations as it may decrease the effectiveness of the Tidomet E Tablet when used concomitantly.
- Medicine for any mental illness may cause worsening of side effects; the dose needs to be adjusted.
- The patient’s response should be monitored when administered Tidomet E Tablet with anticholinergic preparations like Benzatropine and Procyclidine.
- You may experience low blood pressure on standing suddenly from lying posture if you are on any antihypertensives.
- Medicine for tuberculosis and epilepsy may require a change in dosage.
Interactions with food items
Storage and disposal of Tidomet E 50mg Tablet
- Store Tidomet E Tablet at a temperature below 30°C.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Tidomet E 50mg Tablet
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can Tidomet E be taken empty stomach?
Q: Can Tidomet E Tablet cause dark urine?
Q: Can we stop Tidomet E Tablet?
References
- Sinemet Plus 25 mg/100 mg Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 16 July 2024]
- CDSCO. Levodopa/Carbidopa [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2024 [cited 16 July 2024]
- Lactmed - Levodopa [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2024 [cited 16 July 2024]
- Sinemet Plus 25 mg/100 mg Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 16 July 2024]
- European Medicines Agency. Levodopa/Carbidopa/Entacapone Orion: EPAR - Product Information [Internet]. 2023 Jul 17 [cited 2024 Jul 17].
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