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Carbidopa and levodopa is a prescription medication used for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease, a movement disorder that impacts the nervous system and gets worse over time.
Want to get carbidopa and levodopa prescribed online? Find a licensed provider on Klarity Health and get a carbidopa and levodopa prescription online within 24 hours if it’s medically appropriate for you.
Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy; a diagnosis, treatment, or prescription is not guaranteed.
Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy; a diagnosis, treatment, or prescription is not guaranteed.
You’re unique. And your needs are too. You deserve parkinson’s disease treatment from a provider committed to you. That’s why you can find a parkinson’s disease specialist on Klarity Health and access:
From an experienced, board-certified healthcare professional.
or in-person through treatment tailored to you**
Your information is private, secure, and 100% HIPAA compliant.
*Your provider will discuss treatment options with you, which may or may not include medication.
Klarity Health connects you with experienced, licensed providers who specialize in the treatment of parkinson’s disease. Select your state to see available providers.
With Klarity Health, getting a carbidopa and levodopa prescription online is fast, simple, and convenient. You can simply connect with a provider from your own home and receive a carbidopa and levodopa prescription in as little as 24 hours if the provider finds it’s medically appropriate for you.* Here’s how it works:
Carbidopa and levodopa is a prescription-only medication, meaning it’s not legally available over the counter in the U.S. and you can only get it with a prescription from a provider. The Klarity Health platform connects you with board-certified healthcare providers who follow clinical guidelines to make sure carbidopa and levodopa is used safely.
Your licensed healthcare provider can recommend an alternative medication or treatment if carbidopa and levodopa isn’t right for your symptoms or medical situation. Online platforms like Klarity Health help provide you with easy access to trusted medications without the need to leave your home.
Carbidopa and levodopa is one of several medications approved and used to treat Parkinson’s disease. Here’s how carbidopa and levodopa compares to similar medications:
| Medication features | Carbidopa and levodopa | Cogentin (benzatropine) | Requip (ropinirole) | Mirapex (pramipexole) |
| Primary use | Treats Parkinson’s disease | Treats Parkinson’s disease | Treats Parkinson’s disease and restless legs syndrome | Treats Parkinson’s disease and restless legs syndrome |
| Onset of effect | Fast (within 20 to 50 minutes) | Slow (within 1 to 2 hours) | Moderate (within 1 hour) | Slow (within 2 hours) |
| Duration | About 4 to 6 hours | About 24 hours | About 6 hours | About 8 to 12 hours |
| Risk of dependence | No risk of abuse or dependence | No risk of abuse or dependence | No risk of abuse or dependence | No risk of abuse or dependence |
| Alcohol interactions | Avoid alcohol, since it can cause serious side effects | Avoid alcohol, since it can cause dry mouth and interfere with the effect of the medication | Avoid alcohol, since it can increase nervous system side effects, including trouble concentrating, drowsiness, and dizziness | Avoid alcohol, since it can boost the risk of sedation and falling asleep |
To find out if carbidopa and levodopa is right for you, connect with a board-certified healthcare provider on Klarity Health. Your licensed healthcare provider can evaluate your medical condition and determine if a medication like carbidopa and levodopa is medically appropriate for you and your symptoms.
Read through stories from real patients who received treatment from healthcare providers on Klarity.
*Appointments are generally available within 24 hours. Free initial consultations are available only with select providers. Prescriptions, particularly for controlled substances, may require an in-person evaluation depending on the state of residence and current federal regulations.
The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions or concerns you have regarding your health. Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy. Nothing in this article is intended to diagnose or treat any condition, including guaranteeing prescription medication of any kind or dosage. Not all providers on Klarity Health prescribe all medications, particularly medications that are controlled substances.
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