Oridopa 100/25 TM
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Active ingredients: levodopa + carbidopa
Pack: Oridopa 100/25 tablet, 100, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ORIDOPA 100/25 levodopa 100 mg/carbidopa (as monohydrate) 25 mg tablet bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
ORIDOPA 100/25 is indicated for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and syndrome. It is useful in relieving many of the symptoms of parkinsonism, particularly rigidity and bradykinesia. ORIDOPA 100/25 frequently is helpful in the management of tremor, dysphagia, sialorrhoea and postural instability associated with Parkinson's disease and syndrome.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White to off-white, round, uncoated tablets debossed with LC 100 and a score line on one side and plain on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 100 tablets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient levodopa + carbidopa
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems