Entacom 200mg Tablet

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Entacom 200mg Tablet

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Entacom

Entacom Tablet is used in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. It helps to treat wearing-off symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, such as stiffness, tremors, muscle spasms, and poor muscle control.

Tablet is usually used in combination with carbidopa/levodopa. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at bedtime. However, 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 as advised by your doctor.

If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. This medication mustn’t be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your condition. Your doctor may advise for periodic skin examination as it can cause melanoma.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, confusion, constipation, insomnia(difficulty sleeping), nightmares, and increased sweating. It may also cause 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. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood, an abnormally high sex drive, and hallucinations. It may cause your urine to change in a brownish-orange color but it is not harmful and usually resolves once treatment is completed. Please consult your doctor if these side effects worry you or do not go away.

USES OF ENTACOM TABLET

  • Parkinson’s disease

BENEFITS OF ENTACOM TABLET

In Parkinson’s disease

Tablet is one of the most effective medications to 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 the 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 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

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Fatigue
  • Confusion
  • Constipation
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Nightmares
  • Hallucination
  • Increased sweating
  • Fall
  • Urine discoloration
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea
  • Muscle coordination impaired
  • Ischemic heart disease
  • Heart attack
  • Abdominal pain
  • Dryness in mouth

HOW TO USE ENTACOM 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. Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW ENTACOM TABLET WORKS

Tablet is a selective reversible inhibitor that is given in combination with levodopa. It works by inhibiting a chemical messenger [catechol-O-methyl transferase (COMT)] which in turn helps in increasing the amount of dopamine (chemical messenger) in the brain. Thus, an adequate amount of dopamine in the brain helps to coordinate body movements.

SAFETY ADVICE

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Alcohol

UNSAFE
Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
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Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
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.
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Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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Driving

CAUTION
Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
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Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of  Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Liver

UNSAFE
Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ENTACOM TABLET?

If you miss a dose of Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

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