RYTARY... Is it okay to take Carbidopa/Levodopa and Rytary at the same time?
Question posted by msellie65 on 16 Jan 2024
Last updated on 16 January 2024 by masso
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I believe you have been misinformed.
Rytary contains a combination of carbidopa and levodopa.
Rytary extended release capsules are used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease, such as muscle stiffness, tremors, spasms, and poor muscle control. Parkinson's disease may be caused by low levels of a chemical called dopamine (DOE pa meen) in the brain.
Rytary is also used to treat Parkinson symptoms caused by carbon monoxide carbon monoxide poisoning or manganese intoxication.
https://www.drugs.com/rytary.html
I suggest you speak to the Dr. (s) that prescribed this medication and clarify this situation.
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