Entacom Tablet
Manufacturer:
intas pharmaceuticals ltd
Salt Composition: Entacapone (200mg)
Action Class: Catechol-O-Methyltransferase (COMT) Inhibitors
Uses
Parkinson's disease
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Product Description
Entacom Tablet is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease. It helps to treat wearing-off symptoms of Parkinson's disease, such as stiffness, tremors, muscle spasms, and poor muscle control. Entacom Tablet is usually used in combination with carbidopa/levodopa. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at bedtime. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your condition. Your doctor may advise for periodic skin examination as it can cause melanoma.Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, confusion, constipation, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), nightmares, and increased sweating. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is common to have diarrhea with this medicine, so drink plenty of fluids and watch for weight loss. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood, an abnormally high sex drive, and hallucinations. It may cause your urine to change in a brownish-orange color but it is not harmful and usually resolves once treatment is completed. Please consult your doctor if these side effects worry you or do not go away.
Key Benefits
In Parkinson's diseaseParkinson’s disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement, often causing tremors, stiffness, and slowed body motions. Entacom Tablet is used alongside other treatments to help manage the symptoms by improving the levels and effects of dopamine in the brain. This leads to more consistent control of movement, reducing "off" episodes when symptoms worsen, and enhancing the overall quality of life for individuals with Parkinson’s disease.
Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common Side Effects :
Nausea
Vomiting
Fatigue
Confusion
Constipation
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nightmares
Hallucination
Dizziness
Diarrhea
Muscle coordination impaired
Abdominal pain
Dryness in mouth
Common Side Effects :
Nausea
Vomiting
Fatigue
Confusion
Constipation
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nightmares
Hallucination
Dizziness
Diarrhea
Muscle coordination impaired
Abdominal pain
Dryness in mouth
How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Entacom Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How It Works
Entacom Tablet is a selective reversible inhibitor that is given in combination with levodopa. It works by inhibiting a chemical messenger [catechol-O-methyl transferase (COMT)] which in turn helps in increasing the amount of dopamine (chemical messenger) in the brain. Thus, an adequate amount of dopamine in the brain helps to coordinate body movements.
Safety Information & Precautions
Alcohol:
Entacom Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy:
Entacom Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding:
Entacom Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
Entacom Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:
Entacom Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Entacom Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:
Entacom Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Entacom Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy:
Entacom Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding:
Entacom Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
Entacom Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:
Entacom Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Entacom Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:
Entacom Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Entacom Tablet to enhance the effectiveness of levodopa for the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
It can make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Inform your doctor if you develop impulsive, unusual behavior and/or an abnormally high sex drive.
Talk to your doctor in case you develop hallucinations or other changes in your behavior.
It is common to have diarrhea with this drug. Therefore, drink plenty of fluids and watch for weight loss.
Do not get worried if you notice a reddish-brown discoloration in your urine as it is harmless in nature.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
It can make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Inform your doctor if you develop impulsive, unusual behavior and/or an abnormally high sex drive.
Talk to your doctor in case you develop hallucinations or other changes in your behavior.
It is common to have diarrhea with this drug. Therefore, drink plenty of fluids and watch for weight loss.
Do not get worried if you notice a reddish-brown discoloration in your urine as it is harmless in nature.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Entacom Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
