Which Is Contraindicated with Levodopa?

The use of levodopa is contraindicated with the concurrent use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) because it can lead to a hypertensive crisis. There should be a 14-day washout period when switching from levodopa to an MAOI or vice versa.

What medications are contraindicated with levodopa?

Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, tranylcypromine) during treatment with this medication. Most MAO inhibitors should also not be taken for two weeks before treatment with this medication.

Why is B6 contraindicated with levodopa?

levodopa pyridoxine

Ask your doctor before using levodopa together with pyridoxine. Pyridoxine may decrease the effects of levodopa resulting in less levodopa available for your body to use. You should be advised against taking pyridoxine-containing vitamin supplements.