Stalevo
Carbidopa · Levodopa · Entacapone
Carbidopa, levodopa and entacapone in one film-coated tablet, used in the management of Parkinson's disease. A precursor with two enzyme blockers.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredients
- Carbidopa · Levodopa · Entacapone
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 25/100/200mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Stalevo on your behalf.
- Condition
- Parkinson's Disease
- Therapeutic class
- Dopaminergic Agent
- Pharmacological class
- Dopamine Precursor/COMT Inhibitor
- Minor side effects
- dyskinesia; nausea; dizziness; chromaturia
- Moderate side effects
- hallucinations; confusion; insomnia
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Orion Pharma
- Onset Time
- 0.5–2 hours
- Duration
- 3–6 hours
- Storage instructions
- Keep container tightly closed and protect from light.
- Drug interactions
- Iron supplements; Antipsychotics
- Age restrictions
- Not for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to components; narrow-angle glaucoma; pheochromocytoma; history of neuroleptic malignant syndrome; concurrent use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors
Precautions and warnings
may cause sudden sleep onset; may impair ability to drive; monitor for impulsive behaviour
Serious side effects
neuroleptic malignant syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; rhabdomyolysis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Carbidopa, levodopa and entacapone in one film-coated tablet, used in the management of Parkinson's disease. A precursor with two enzyme blockers.
Mechanism of action
Combines a dopamine precursor to restore levels, a peripheral decarboxylase inhibitor to prevent systemic breakdown, and a COMT inhibitor to extend the duration of the dopamine effect in the brain.
Stalevo is a combination medication containing Carbidopa, Levodopa and Entacapone used to manage the symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease. Developed by Orion Pharma, this treatment is provided as a tablet in a 25/100/200mg strength formulation. It supports motor function by balancing neurochemical levels, helping maintain control for people living with the condition.
Buying Stalevo online
Being able to have this medication ordered online is a significant benefit for expats who require reliable, consistent supply across the region. Using established sources helps remove the stress of tracking down specific daily treatments in busy pharmacy markets.
What you will receive
Stalevo is the originator brand name, made by Orion Pharma. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Orion Pharma and do not ship the original Stalevo.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Carbidopa / Levodopa / Entacapone) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.