Tasmar

Tasmar can cause nausea, especially at the start of therapy, and sometimes increases muscle stiffness. Your Parkinson's symptoms may also increase, along with fever and confusion, when the drug is discontinued. Your doctor will adjust your other medications carefully if Tasmar needs to be stopped.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Tasmar

If Tasmar is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Tasmar with the following:

Apomorphine
Desipramine (Norpramin)
Isoproterenol (Isuprel)
MAO inhibitors such as the antidepressants Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
Methyldopa (Aldomet)
Nervous system depressants such as alcohol and the sedatives phenobarbital and Seconal
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

The safety of Tasmar during pregnancy has not been confirmed. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. You should continue taking the drug only if the benefits clearly outweigh the risk.

It is not known whether Tasmar appears in breast milk. Notify your doctor if you plan to breastfeed.

Recommended dosage for Tasmar

ADULTS

The usual dose is 100 milligrams 3 times daily (every 6 hours). Take no more than a total of 300 milligrams a day unless prescribed by your doctor.

Overdosage

Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.

• Symptoms of Tasmar overdose may include:
  Dizziness, nausea, vomiting