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Sinemet

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Sinemet is a dopamine affecting agent which is a kind of anti-Parkinson's drug (brain and nerve drug).

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

21 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

Dopamine affecting drug

Generic Drug

Carbidopa and levodopa

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Confusion
Headache
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Mood changes
Fatigue
Feeling anxious
Mood swings
Loss of appetite
Bad dreams
Reduced appetite

Serious

Slow movement
Suicidal thoughts
Rectal bleeding
Low blood pressure on standing
Hypersensitivity
Hallucinations
Dyskinesia
Compulsive behavior

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