Navigation

Sinemet

Sinemet (Carbidopa-Levodopa) side effects drug center

 

PROFESSIONAL

CONSUMER

SIDE EFFECTS

 

Sinemet Side Effects Center

What Is Sinemet?

Sinemet (carbidopa-levodopa) is a combination of an inhibitor of aromatic amino acid decarboxylation and an aromatic amino acid used to treat Parkinson symptoms such as

  • muscle stiffness,
  • tremors,
  • spasms,
  • and poor muscle control.
Sinemet is also used to treat Parkinson symptoms caused by carbon monoxide poisoning or manganese intoxication. Sinemet is available in generic form.

What Are Side Effects of Sinemet?

Common side effects of Sinemet include: