About foslevodopa + foscarbidopa
Dopamine replacement combination
Used for
- Treats motor symptoms of advanced Parkinson’s disease when oral treatment is inadequate.
Usual adult dose
Continuous under-the-skin infusion; clinician individualizes the rate and daily dose, with dose adjustments as needed.
Common side effects
- Infusion-site reactions, such as redness, pain, or swelling
- Hallucinations, confusion, or involuntary movements
- Nausea, dizziness, or low blood pressure
- Infection or skin nodules at infusion sites
Important warnings
- For continuous infusion using a prescribed pump and trained support.
- Can cause sleepiness, sudden sleep, hallucinations, or dyskinesia.
- Do not stop suddenly; abrupt interruption can cause serious withdrawal symptoms.
- Monitor infusion sites for infection and rotate sites as directed.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy information is limited; use only when potential benefits justify potential risks.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding safety is not established; levodopa may reduce milk production.
Interactions
- Nonselective MAO inhibitors can cause dangerous blood-pressure changes.
- Iron supplements can reduce levodopa absorption.
- Dopamine-blocking antipsychotics and metoclopramide may reduce treatment effects.
- Blood-pressure medicines may increase dizziness or low blood pressure.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.