How Vitamin B6 interacts with levodopa
Interaction Type: Interactions
Interaction Rating: Potential/Theoretical
Vitamin B6 may increase the breakdown of levodopa in the body, possibly altering the effectiveness of this medication. However, use of a drug product combining levodopa with carbidopa (Sinemet) is reported to avoid this potential problem.(1)
 
References
  1. View Abstract:  Boshes B. Sinemet and the Treatment of Parkinsonism. Ann Intern Med. Mar1981;94(3):364-70.
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