Compare Azilect vs. Rytary
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.
Rytary (carbidopa / levodopa) can be used to treat Parkinson's disease, but it can be expensive.
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.
- Rytary (carbidopa / levodopa) comes in 4 different strengths.
- If you have private prescription insurance, there are programs to make Rytary (carbidopa / levodopa) more affordable.
Downsides
- It can cause unusual cravings and changes in behavior in some people.
- There are other forms of Rytary (carbidopa / levodopa) that are generic and much cheaper.
- Your doctor might have to change the dose of Rytary (carbidopa / levodopa) often before they find a dose that works for you.
- Rytary (carbidopa / levodopa) can cause uncontrollable movements to happen, but this doesn't happen for 3 to 5 years.
- Rytary (carbidopa / levodopa) is not a cure for Parkinson's disease; it can only slow the disease down.
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Dosage forms
- Pill
- Extended release capsule
Price
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$159.20
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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%
11possible side effects
- Nausea20%
- Headache17%
- Dizziness12%
- Dry mouth7%
- Trouble sleeping6%
- Abnormal dreams5%
- Difficulty controlling movements5%
- Anxiety5%
- Vomiting5%
- Changes in blood pressure5%
- Constipation2%
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 disease
- High fever and confusion
- Stopping Rytary (carbidopa / levodopa) suddenly
- Changes in behavior
- Lack of impulse control
- Taking other medicines for Parkinson's disease
- Heart attack
- History of heart attack
- High risk for heart attack