Comtan
Brand Name: Comtan
Active Ingredient:   entacapone
Strength(s): 200mg
Dosage Form(s):   Tablets
Company Name:    Orion Corporation
Availability:         Prescription only
*Date Approved by FDA:   October 19, 1999
*Approvae sure that you are not taking certain types of monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors.
  • Tell your health care provider if you are trying to become pregnant, are pregnant, or are breast-feeding.

    • What are some possible side effects of Comtan? (This is NOT a complete list of side effects reported with Comtan. Your health care provider can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.)

    Some of the side effects listed below may not appear for up to twelve weeks.

    • Abnormal jerky movements
    • Nausea
    • Discolored (brownish orange) urine
    • Diarrhea
    • Abdominal pain
    • Dizziness or fainting especially upon quickly standing or going from a laying down to an upright position
    • Confusion
    • Sweating

    Individuals treated with Comtan should tell their health care provider right away if they develop any of the following symptoms:

    • Severe diarrhea
    • Hallucinations
    • Muscle pain or prolonged rigidity
    • High fever

    For more detailed information about Comtan, ask your health care provider.

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    Date Posted: 6/7/00
    Revised: 11/16/00