Joint Formulary & PAD

Co-beneldopa - Parkinson's disease

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Status 1

Blue
Formulations :
  • Capsules
  • Capsules (slow release)
  • Dispersible tablets
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Documentation

PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Co-beneldopa
Indication :
Parkinson's disease
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Keywords :
PD, levodopa, dopamine
Brand Names Include :
Madopar
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Other Indications

Below are listed other indications that Co-beneldopa is used to treat.

Committee Recommendations (1)

  • Levodopa is recommended as a first-line treatment in the early stages of Parkinson's disease where motor symptoms are impacting on quality of life.
  • Levodopa may also be a treatment choice in the early stages of Parkinson's disease where motor symptoms do not impact quality of life.
  • Levodopa may be considered in the treatment of nocturnal akinesia in Parkinson's disease.

Initiation may be carried out in Primary Care but only after recommendation by a specialist.

Patients in whom Parkinson's is suspected should be referred quickly and untreated to a specialist.