Connect with others who understand.

  •   Learn from expert-reviewed resources
  •   Real advice from people who’ve been there
  •   People who understand what you’re going through
Sign Up Log In
All Resources Treatments A-Z Personal Assistant Help Center Crisis
Powered By
Real members of MyParkinsonsTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

Anyone taking carbidopa/levodopa three times a day? Is 7 hours morning noon and evening okay taking at 6am and 1 pm and 8pm

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Philadelphia, PA
3 days ago
 · 
Reactions

Answer Summary

Members responded to a question about carbidopa/levodopa timing by sharing a wide range of personal schedules, with dosing intervals varying... Read more

Members responded to a question about carbidopa/levodopa timing by sharing a wide range of personal schedules, with dosing intervals varying from every 2 hours to every 7 hours depending on individual needs. Several members noted that body size, disease progression, and other health conditions all affect how often and how much medication is needed, with one member sharing how their movement neurologist adjusted their schedule after poor results. A recurring theme was the importance of working closely with both your doctor and pharmacist, asking hard questions, and being willing to revisit your dosage as your needs change.

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I take mine at 8am 2 levocarbo and entacapone,1pm 2levocatbo and entacapone,5pm 2levocarbo and entacapone,then extended release at 8pm 10 pills a day for PD and about the same for heart

3 days ago
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

RitaRossano: Please note CORRECTION. Should be 87.5.

2 hours ago
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

CORRECTION: 825 should read 87.5.

2 hours ago
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

What's missing in most replies is the dose strength, which is absolutely essential. I take CREXONT, a 2-component capsule, half working within 1 hour, half slowly to last longer. My first dosage actually knocked me out and was reduced. After a year or so I'm taking the 825/350 mg (largest single cap dosage) one capsule five times daily. I started out years ago at a much lower dosage with regular carb/levo tablets, which eventually wore out sooner than desired. CREXONT has been effective in reducing tremors but required some experimentation. Unfortunately, 24 divided by 5 doesn't come out evenly so I shoot for accuracy during waking hours and vary nighttime dose. So far so good--except when I forget a dose.

2 hours ago
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I take my carbi 11 times a day. Every two hours. Bean

7 hours ago

Related Questions

View All
FDA Adds Vitamin B6 and Seizure Warning to Carbidopa/Levodopa Treatments
Parkinson’s and Ethnicity: Is Race a Risk Factor?
Tips and Lifestyle Changes To Improve “Off” Time in Parkinson’s