Can you overdose on sinemet (levodopa/carbidopa) ?
Well yes, you can overdose, but if he is taking the recommended doseage as prescribed he should be fine. If you are worried about a possible overdose, I would recommend getting one of those pill boxes with the days of the week on. You can fill one up for him week at a time and you can visually keep track of the pills he is taking. I have found the below for you: Overdosing on Sinemet CR: An Introduction Sinemet® CR (carbidopa-levodopa CR) is a prescription drug usually used to treat Parkinson’s disease. As with any medication, it is possible to take too much Sinemet CR. The specific effects of a Sinemet CR overdose may vary, depending on a number of factors, including the dosage and whether it was taken with any other medications or substances. Symptoms of a Sinemet CR Overdose In cases of an overdose with levodopa (one of the components of Sinemet CR), the following symptoms were reported: * Involuntary body movements * Nausea and vomiting * Rapid heart rate (tachycardia) * Confusion
