Carbidopa Uses

Carbidopa is used for Parkinson’s Disease

How Carbidopa Works

Carbidopa is an inhibitor of the enzyme Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) that is responsible for the peripheral conversion of Levodopa to Dopamine.

Common side effects of Carbidopa

Dizziness, Drowsiness, Nausea, Dry mouth, Constipation, Blurred Vision, Stuffy Nose, Cough, Loss of Appetite

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