Levodopa inhalation

Generic name: levodopa inhalation [ LEE-voe-DOE-pa ]
Brand names: Inbrija, Dopar, Larodopa
Dosage form: inhalation capsule (42 mg)
Drug class:Dopaminergic antiparkinsonism agents

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Jul 2, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is levodopa inhalation?

Levodopa inhalation is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease that come back (OFF episodes) while you are taking another medicine called carbidopa and levodopa.

Levodopa inhalation is not to be used in place of any medicine you take daily for Parkinson's disease.

Levodopa inhalation may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

Do not use levodopa inhalation if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had: