Carbidopa
Sinemet is the only carbidopa product on this shelf, pairing it with levodopa across three strength combinations to treat Parkinson’s Disease and Parkinsonism in the Neurology category.
Medicine containing Carbidopa
Key points
- Carbidopa is a decarboxylase inhibitor: it prevents much of levodopa from breaking down before it reaches the brain.
- This allows levodopa to address dopamine-related movement symptoms with less peripheral nausea and vomiting.
- Stopping carbidopa-levodopa suddenly can cause a serious syndrome with fever, rigidity, unusual movements and confusion.
What the strengths mean on the label
Sinemet pairs levodopa with carbidopa in three fixed combinations: 100 mg + 10 mg, 100 mg + 25 mg, and 250 mg + 25 mg. Carbidopa appears only inside combination tablets in this listing; there is no single-ingredient product. Stalevo adds entacapone to the same levodopa-carbidopa base, giving a third ingredient on top of the two already present in Sinemet.
Further reading
FAQ
In which products can I find carbidopa?
On Direct Meds, carbidopa comes as Sinemet. Compare their forms, strengths and packs.
How is carbidopa priced?
Compare the price of each product, strength and pack above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs usually cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →Can I buy carbidopa over the counter in South Africa?
Yes, online. Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order carbidopa. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy carbidopa in South Africa?
On Direct Meds: choose the product, strength and pack, then check out. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
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