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Compare Crexont vs. Rytary

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  • Crexont (carbidopa / levodopa)
    Rytary (carbidopa / levodopa)
  • Crexont (carbidopa / levodopa)
    Rytary (carbidopa / levodopa)

  • Summary of Crexont vs. Rytary

    Summary for Dopa decarboxylase inhibitor / Dopamine replacement
    Prescription only

    Crexont (carbidopa / levodopa) is an extended-release capsule that's used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD) in adults. It contains carbidopa (a decarboxylase inhibitor) and levodopa (a dopamine replacement). In general, this medication is usually taken by mouth two to four times a day. Your prescriber will adjust the dose based on how well Crexont (carbidopa / levodopa) is working for you. Side effects include nausea and anxiety.

    Summary for Dopa decarboxylase inhibitor / Dopamine replacement
    Prescription only

    Rytary (carbidopa / levodopa) is a combination medication that's used to treat adults with symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD), such as stiff muscles and slowed movement. It contains carbidopa (a decarboxylase inhibitor) and levodopa (a dopamine replacement) in an extended-release capsule. The typical dosage is one capsule by mouth three times a day. Common side effects include nausea, headache, and dizziness. This medication doesn't currently have a generic version, but you can get it under the brand name Rytary.

  • Indications of Crexont vs. Rytary

    Indications for
    •Parkinson's disease (PD)
    •Parkinsonism (conditions that cause people to have symptoms of PD, including tremors, slowness, and stiffness)
    Indications for
    •Parkinson's disease (PD)
    •Parkinsonism (conditions that cause people to have symptoms of PD, including tremors, slowness, and stiffness)

  • Pros and Cons of Crexont vs. Rytary

    Pros and Const for Dopa decarboxylase inhibitor / Dopamine replacement
    Pros
    •Can provide more "on" time than immediate-release Sinemet (carbidopa / levodopa)
    •Dose can be adjusted based on how the medication is working for you
    •Available in 4 different strengths
    Cons
    •Usually need to take multiple times per day
    •Can make you very sleepy and possibly fall asleep suddenly
    •Might not be a good option for people who have trouble swallowing pills
    Pros and Const for Dopa decarboxylase inhibitor / Dopamine replacement
    Pros
    •Can provide more "on" time and less "off" time than immediate-release Sinemet (carbidopa / levodopa) in people with advanced PD
    •Available in 4 different strengths
    •Can open capsule and sprinkle contents onto applesauce if you have trouble swallowing pills whole
    Cons
    •Usually need to take multiple times per day
    •Can make you very sleepy and cause you to fall asleep suddenly
    •Interacts with certain monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) and iron

  • Common Side Effects of Crexont vs. Rytary

    Common Side Effects for
    •Involuntary movements (dyskinesia, 2-7%)
    •Nausea (4-5%)
    •Anxiety (2-3%)
    •Dizziness (2-3%)
    •Constipation (2%)
    •Headache (1-2%)
    •Vomiting (1-2%)
    •Trouble sleeping (1-2%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea (up to 20%)
    •Dizziness (up to 19%)
    •Headache (up to 17%)
    •Trouble sleeping (up to 9%)
    •Dry mouth (up to 7%)
    •Unusual dreams (up to 6%)
    •Constipation (up to 6%)
    •Involuntary movements (dyskinesia, up to 5%)
    •Anxiety (up to 5%)
    •Vomiting (up to 5%)
    •Drop in blood pressure when standing from a sitting or lying down position (up to 5%)

  • Warnings of Crexont vs. Rytary

    Common Side Effects for
    •Sleepiness or falling asleep during activities
    •High fevers and confusion with treatment changes
    •Heart problems
    •Hallucinations and changes in behavior and thoughts
    •Difficulty controlling impulsive behavior
    •Stomach bleeding in people who've had a stomach ulcer
    •Rise in eye pressure in people with glaucoma
    Common Side Effects for
    •Sleepiness or falling asleep during activities
    •High fevers and confusion with treatment changes
    •Heart problems
    •Hallucinations and changes in behavior and thoughts
    •Difficulty controlling impulsive behavior
    •Stomach bleeding in people who've had a stomach ulcer
    •Rise in eye pressure in people with glaucoma

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