Syndopa Forte Tablet

Syndopa Forte Tablet is a prescription anti-Parkinsonian medicine that contains carbidopa and levodopa in each tablet as labelled. It belongs to the dopaminergic drug class and is used to help relieve symptoms of Parkinson’s disease such as tremor, stiffness, slowness of movement, and trouble with balance. Because it combines two ingredients in one tablet, Syndopa Forte Tablet helps increase dopamine activity in the brain while reducing levodopa breakdown before it reaches the brain. This Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. product is supplied as a strip/box of 10 tablets.

How it works: Levodopa changes into dopamine in the brain, which helps improve movement control in Parkinson’s disease. Carbidopa protects levodopa from being broken down too early in the body, so this tablet can deliver more levodopa to the brain and may cause less nausea than levodopa alone.

Syndopa Forte Tablet is a higher-strength carbidopa/levodopa tablet compared with lower-dose versions of the same medicine, so it is usually chosen when a doctor wants more effect per tablet or when a person is already being titrated to a stronger dose. It is not a starter strength for everyone; the exact fit depends on symptoms, response to earlier doses, and side effects such as nausea or involuntary movements.

• Parkinson’s disease symptom control
• Tremor and stiffness
• Slowness of movement
• Motor fluctuations during ongoing therapy

• Swallow Syndopa Forte Tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew it unless your doctor specifically tells you to.
• Take it exactly at the times prescribed, because missed or late doses can worsen symptoms.
• If it upsets your stomach, it may be taken with a small non-protein snack, but protein-rich meals can reduce absorption and delay effect.
• Try to take each dose at the same time every day to keep symptoms more stable.
• Stand up slowly after taking it, especially if you feel dizzy or lightheaded.
• Do not change the dose or stop the tablet suddenly without medical advice.

Each Syndopa Forte Tablet contains the labelled strength of carbidopa plus levodopa in one tablet, which is a stronger per-tablet option than lower-dose carbidopa/levodopa tablets. The dose is usually taken multiple times a day as prescribed, and the maximum daily amount depends on the patient’s response and the prescriber’s plan rather than a one-size-fits-all schedule. Your doctor decides the exact dose, timing, and any adjustments based on symptom control and side effects.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Carbidopa + Levodopa may include:

• Nausea
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Sleepiness
• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Low blood pressure on standing
• Involuntary movements, especially if the dose is too strong for the individual

• Syndopa Forte Tablet is a stronger carbidopa/levodopa tablet, so it may be more likely to cause nausea, dizziness, or involuntary movements if the dose is too high for the person.
• Use caution when driving or using machinery until you know how this tablet affects you, because it can cause sleepiness or sudden drowsiness.
• Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, a history of heart rhythm problems, glaucoma, liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of depression or psychosis.
• Alcohol can increase dizziness and drowsiness with this tablet.
• High-protein meals may interfere with levodopa absorption, so timing with meals matters for some patients.
• Do not stop Syndopa Forte Tablet suddenly, because abrupt withdrawal can cause serious worsening of Parkinson’s symptoms.
• This medicine may cause low blood pressure, so rising slowly from sitting or lying positions is important.

• Nonselective monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) can cause dangerous interactions with levodopa/carbidopa.
• Antipsychotic medicines and some anti-nausea drugs can reduce its benefit or worsen Parkinson’s symptoms.
• Iron supplements may lower absorption of levodopa if taken at the same time.
• Blood pressure medicines may add to dizziness or low blood pressure.
• Other Parkinson’s medicines may require dose adjustment when used together.

Store Syndopa Forte Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, protected from moisture and excess heat, and keep it out of reach of children.