Compare Azilect vs. carbidopa / levodopa extended release
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Treats Parkinson's disease.
Azilect (rasagiline) is one of the recommended medicines to treat Parkinson's disease. It is now available in generic, which makes it more affordable for people without insurance.
Treats Parkinson's disease.
Sinemet CR (carbidopa / levodopa extended release) is the first choice treatment for Parkinson's disease.
Upsides
- Azilect (rasagiline) is one of the go-to medicines for Parkinson's disease. It can be used in early and late stages of the disease.
- Taking Azilect (rasagiline) by itself can help slow down Parkinson's disease, but it works better when it's given with other medicines.
- Azilect (rasagiline) is available as generic as well as brand name, so there are usually lower out-of-pocket costs for you with insurance.
- Sinemet CR (carbidopa / levodopa extended release) is released over a long period of time in your body and can allow you to take fewer pills less frequently.
Downsides
- It can cause unusual cravings and changes in behavior in some people.
- Sinemet CR (carbidopa / levodopa extended release) can make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how your body reacts to it.
- Your saliva, sweat and urine may have dark color and stain your clothing while taking Sinemet CR (carbidopa / levodopa extended release).
- Sinemet CR (carbidopa / levodopa extended release) will lose its effect over time. If you notice it wearing off sooner than you'd like, talk to your doctor.
- Sinemet CR (carbidopa / levodopa extended release) may cause unusual cravings in some people.
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Dosage forms
- Pill
- Extended release
Price
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$70.27
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Side effects
46possible side effects
- Difficulty controlling movement18%
- Headache14%
- Accidental injury12%
- Nausea12%
- Falls11%
- Weight loss9%
- Constipation9%
- Low blood pressure9%
- Joint pain8%
- Indigestion7%
- Dizziness7%
- Swelling in arms and legs7%
- Vomiting7%
- Dry mouth6%
- Rash6%
- Sleepiness6%
- Depression5%
- Flu-like symptoms5%
- Abdominal pain5%
- Loss of appetite5%
- Diarrhea5%
- Bruising5%
- Tingling or prickling sensation5%
- Back pain4%
- Cough4%
- Trouble sleeping4%
- Cold or flu4%
- Unusual dreams4%
- Hallucinations4%
- Eyelid problems3%
- Fever3%
- Stomach infection3%
- Stuffy nose3%
- Movement coordination problems3%
- Shortness of breath3%
- Infections3%
- Neck pain3%
- Sweating3%
- Tendon swelling3%
- Uncontrollable muscle movements3%
- Arthritis2%
- Weakness2%
- Gum swelling2%
- Excessive bleeding2%
- Hernia2%
- Muscle weakness2%
15possible side effects
- Difficulty controlling movements17%
- Nausea6%
- Hallucinations4%
- Confusion4%
- Dizziness3%
- Depression2%
- Urinary tract infection2%
- Headache2%
- Unusual dreams2%
- Muscle spasms2%
- Vomiting2%
- Upper respiratory infection2%
- Shortness of breath2%
- Periods of immobility2%
- Back pain2%
Risks and risk factors
- Increased blood pressure
- Eating foods rich in tyramine, like soy sauce, fermented cheese and smoked meats
- Serotonin syndrome
- Tricyclic antidepressants
- Fentanyl
- Tramadol
- Buspirone
- ADHD medicines
- Triptans
- dextromethorphan
- pseudoephedrine
- Falling asleep during the day
- Taking other medicines for Parkinson's disease
- Low blood pressure
- Movement problems
- Taking other medicines for Parkinson's disease
- Lack of impulse control
- Taking other medicines for Parkinson's disease
- Falling asleep during the day
- Taking other medicines for Parkinson's
- High fever and confusion
- Stopping Sinemet CR (carbidopa / levodopa extended release) suddenly
- Changes in behavior
- Lack of impulse control
- Taking other medicines for Parkinson's disease
- Changes in blood pressure and falls