Sinemet Warnings and Precautions

Before taking Sinemet, warnings and precautions should be reviewed with your healthcare provider. For example, Sinemet can make certain health conditions worse, such as malignant melanoma and certain mental illnesses. Tell your healthcare provider about any medical conditions you have and any other medications you are taking before starting Sinemet. Warnings and precautions also extend to women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Sinemet: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking Sinemet® (carbidopa-levodopa) if you have:
 
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:
 
  • Pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
  • Breastfeeding.
     
Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any medications you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;
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