Carbidopa-Levodopa-Entacapone Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

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If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

• A Feeling Of Restlessness With Inability To Sit Still
• A Type Of Abnormal Movement Disorder Called Dyskinesia
• Diminished Movement
• Hallucinations
• Hyperactive Behavior
• Orthostatic Hypotension, A Form Of Low Blood Pressure

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

• A Type Of Abnormal Movement Disorder Called Dyskinesia
• Abnormal Color Of Urine
• Anxious Feelings
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Difficulty Sleeping
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Intense Abdominal Pain
• Loss Of Muscle Coordination
• Low Energy
• Mental Status Changes
• Nausea
• Vomiting

INFREQUENT side effects

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If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

• A Bacterial Infection
• Fainting
• Involuntary Eyelid Twitching
• Orthostatic Hypotension, A Form Of Low Blood Pressure

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

• A Painful Condition That Affects The Nerves In The Legs And Arms Called Peripheral Neuropathy
• A Type Of Stomach Irritation Called Gastritis
• Abnormal Color Of Urine
• Abnormal Dreams
• Abnormal Muscle Movements
• Agitation
• Anxious Feelings
• Backache
• Blurred Vision
• Confusion
• Decreased Appetite
• Depression
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Dry Mouth
• Excessive Sweating
• Fluid Retention In The Legs, Feet, Arms Or Hands
• Gas
• Generalized Weakness
• Indigestion
• Large Purple Or Brown Skin Blotches
• Low Energy
• Muscle Twitching
• Taste Impairment
• Temporary Redness Of Face And Neck
• Trouble Breathing
• Vomiting

RARE side effects

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If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

• A Condition Where There Is Formation Of Fibrous Tissue In The Lung Called Pulmonary Fibrosis
• A Condition With Muscle Tissue Breakdown Called Rhabdomyolysis
• A Heart Attack
• A High Alanine Transaminase Level
• A High Aspartate Transaminase Level
• A Sudden Onset Of Sleep
• A Type Of Blood Disorder Where The Red Blood Cells Burst Called Hemolytic Anemia
• Abnormal Heart Rhythm
• Abnormal Liver Function Tests
• Accidental Falls
• Aggressive Behavior
• An Inability To Control Impulsive Behavior
• An Ulcer Of The Duodenum
• Anemia
• Confusion
• Decreased Blood Platelets
• Delirium
• Escape Of Fluid Into The Lungs
• Extrapyramidal Disease, A Type Of Movement Disorder
• Fever
• High Amount Of Bilirubin In The Blood
• High Blood Pressure
• Iga Vasculitis
• Increased Pressure In The Eye
• Inflammation Of The Large Intestine
• Inflammation Of The Liver Called Hepatitis
• Inflammation Of The Skin With Blisters
• Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
• Mental Problems From Taking The Drug
• Mental Status Changes
• Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, A Reaction Characterized By Fever, Muscle Rigidity And Confusion
• Painful And Involuntary Movement Of The Eyes Called Oculogyric Crisis
• Paranoia
• Priapism, A Prolonged Erection Of The Penis
• Rapid Deep Breathing
• Retroperitoneal Fibrosis
• Suicidal Behavior
• Suicidal Thoughts
• Very Low Levels Of Granulocytes, A Type Of White Blood Cell
• X-Ray Results Showing Lung Tissue Changes

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

• A Feeling Of General Discomfort Called Malaise
• A Sore Throat
• A Sudden Onset Of Sleep
• An Extreme Sense Of Wellbeing Called Euphoria
• An Inability To Completely Empty The Bladder
• An Inability To Control Impulsive Behavior
• An Increased Interest In Having Sexual Intercourse
• Cough
• Difficulty Swallowing
• Double Vision
• Drowsiness
• Drug-Induced Hot Flashes
• Excessive Saliva Production
• Excessive Sweating
• Fainting
• Gas
• Grinding Of The Teeth
• Hair Loss
• Hallucinations
• Hiccups
• Hoarseness
• Inflammation Of A Vein
• Intense Abdominal Pain
• Involuntary Leakage Of Urine
• Irritation Of The Stomach Or Intestines
• Leg Pain
• Lockjaw
• Memory Loss
• Nervousness
• Numbness
• Poisoning Caused By Anticholinergic Medication
• Taste Impairment
• Visible Water Retention
• Weight Gain
• Weight Loss