Drug interactions
Amifostine + Carbidopa-levodopa
Severity: Moderate
Amifostine and Carbidopa-levodopa: moderate interaction.
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Summary
Both levodopa and amifostine can lower blood pressure, so combined use may cause additive hypotension, particularly orthostatic.
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