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Should Carbidopa Levodopa Be Taken By Itself, Or Can You Take Other Medications With It?

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Reading, PA
August 17
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[[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]] can be taken with other medications, but there are important considerations:

- Avoid Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) Inhibitors: Do not begin taking [[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]] within two weeks of taking an MAO inhibitor
- Consult Your Doctor: Show Full Answer

[[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]] can be taken with other medications, but there are important considerations:

- Avoid Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) Inhibitors: Do not begin taking [[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]] within two weeks of taking an MAO inhibitor.
- Consult Your Doctor: Always check with your doctor before switching between drug brands or between generic and branded drugs.
- Monitor for Interactions: Some medications and supplements, like iron, can interfere with the absorption of [[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]].

Always follow your doctor's instructions and discuss any new medications with them.

August 17

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