What is Levodopa, Brand or Generic, Effects

Levodopa is a medication used to treat Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's disease is associated with low levels of a chemical called dopamine (doe PA meen) in the brain. Levodopa is turned into dopamine in the body and therefore increases levels of this chemical.

Levodopa is used to treat the stiffness, tremors, spasms, and poor muscle control of Parkinson's disease. Levodopa is also used to treat these same muscular conditions when they are caused by drugs such as chlorpromazine (Thorazine), fluphenazine (Prolixin), perphenazine (Trilafon), and others.

Levodopa may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Pronunciation: lee voe DOE pa

Brands: Dopar and Larodopa

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Levodopa Category:

Class of Treatment: Central Nervous System Agents / Antiparkinson Agents / Dopaminergic Antiparkinsonism Agents

Type: Prescription (Generic)

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