Inbrija
Parkinson Disease, advanced Motor fluctuations, Carbon Monoxide Poisoning + 5 more
Treatment
10 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Inbrija
Treatment for
Parkinson Disease
What is Inbrija
Levodopa
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Levodopa is a medication used to treat Parkinson's Disease. It works by crossing the blood-brain barrier and converting into dopamine, a neurotransmitter responsible for movement. To prevent levodopa from being broken down too quickly, it is usually taken with a drug called carbidopa. The FDA approved the combination of levodopa and carbidopa as Sinemet in 1975.
Sinemet
is the brand name
Inbrija Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Sinemet
Levodopa
1975
272
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Levodopa, also called Sinemet, is approved by the FDA for 10 uses including Parkinson Disease and Paralysis agitans .
Parkinson Disease
Used to treat Parkinsonism in combination with Carbidopa
Paralysis agitans
Used to treat Paralysis agitans in combination with Carbidopa
carbon monoxide intoxication
Used to treat carbon monoxide intoxication in combination with Carbidopa
Parkinson Disease
Used to treat Paralysis agitans in combination with Carbidopa
Parkinson's Disease (PD)
Used to treat Parkinson's Disease (PD) in combination with Carbidopa
Parkinsonism
Used to treat Parkinsonism in combination with Carbidopa
Parkinson's Disease
Used to treat Parkinson's Disease (PD) in combination with Carbidopa
Parkinsonism post encephalitic
Used to treat Parkinsonism post encephalitic in combination with Carbidopa
Manganese Poisoning
Used to treat manganese intoxication in combination with Carbidopa
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Used to treat carbon monoxide intoxication in combination with Carbidopa
Effectiveness
How Inbrija Affects Patients
Levodopa is designed to pass through the blood-brain barrier, while dopamine is not. To ensure that as much levodopa as possible reaches the brain, a dopa decarboxylase inhibitor is added to the drug. This stops it from being converted to dopamine outside of the blood-brain barrier. Once inside the blood-brain barrier, it is then converted to dopamine by another enzyme.
How Inbrija works in the body
Levodopa passes through the blood-brain barrier and is converted into dopamine. This dopamine acts as a replacement for the dopamine that the brain is missing, and stimulates dopamine receptors.
When to interrupt dosage
The recommended amount of Inbrija is contingent upon the diagnosed condition, for instance manganese intoxication, Parkinson's Disease and Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). The dosage likewise fluctuates as per the technique of delivery outlined in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Parkinson's Disease
, 100.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 95.0 mg, 145.0 mg, 195.0 mg, 245.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 175.0 mg, 42.0 mg, 33.0 mg
Tablet - Oral, , Oral, Tablet, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Enteral, Gel - Enteral, Gel, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Suspension - Enteral, Suspension, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation)
Manganese Poisoning
, 100.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 95.0 mg, 145.0 mg, 195.0 mg, 245.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 175.0 mg, 42.0 mg, 33.0 mg
Tablet - Oral, , Oral, Tablet, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Enteral, Gel - Enteral, Gel, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Suspension - Enteral, Suspension, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation)
Parkinson Disease
, 100.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 95.0 mg, 145.0 mg, 195.0 mg, 245.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 175.0 mg, 42.0 mg, 33.0 mg
Tablet - Oral, , Oral, Tablet, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Enteral, Gel - Enteral, Gel, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Suspension - Enteral, Suspension, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation)
Restless Legs Syndrome
, 100.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 95.0 mg, 145.0 mg, 195.0 mg, 245.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 175.0 mg, 42.0 mg, 33.0 mg
Tablet - Oral, , Oral, Tablet, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Enteral, Gel - Enteral, Gel, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Suspension - Enteral, Suspension, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation)
advanced Motor fluctuations
, 100.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 95.0 mg, 145.0 mg, 195.0 mg, 245.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 175.0 mg, 42.0 mg, 33.0 mg
Tablet - Oral, , Oral, Tablet, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Enteral, Gel - Enteral, Gel, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Suspension - Enteral, Suspension, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation)
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
, 100.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 95.0 mg, 145.0 mg, 195.0 mg, 245.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 175.0 mg, 42.0 mg, 33.0 mg
Tablet - Oral, , Oral, Tablet, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Enteral, Gel - Enteral, Gel, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Suspension - Enteral, Suspension, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation)
Parkinson Disease
, 100.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 95.0 mg, 145.0 mg, 195.0 mg, 245.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 175.0 mg, 42.0 mg, 33.0 mg
Tablet - Oral, , Oral, Tablet, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Enteral, Gel - Enteral, Gel, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Suspension - Enteral, Suspension, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation)
Parkinsonism post encephalitic
, 100.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 125.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 95.0 mg, 145.0 mg, 195.0 mg, 245.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 175.0 mg, 42.0 mg, 33.0 mg
Tablet - Oral, , Oral, Tablet, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Enteral, Gel - Enteral, Gel, Capsule, extended release, Capsule, extended release - Oral, Suspension - Enteral, Suspension, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Respiratory (inhalation), Capsule - Respiratory (inhalation)
Warnings
Inbrija Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Malignant Neoplasms
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
cutaneous lesions
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Inbrija.
Common Inbrija Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Azelastine
Major
Levodopa may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Azelastine.
Ethanol
Major
Levodopa may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Ethanol.
Macimorelin
Major
The therapeutic efficacy of Macimorelin can be decreased when used in combination with Levodopa.
Methylene blue
Major
Levodopa may increase the serotonergic activities of Methylene blue.
Mirtazapine
Major
Levodopa may increase the serotonergic activities of Mirtazapine.
Inbrija Toxicity & Overdose Risk
There is no known safety information regarding levodopa use during pregnancy. Rabbit studies have shown that taking levodopa and carbidopa can lead to smaller litters and birth defects. Levodopa may reduce the production of prolactin and interfere with breastfeeding. It is present in human breast milk and so nursing mothers should be warned of the potential effects before taking levodopa. There is also insufficient data about the use of levodopa in children under 18 years old. People over 65 years of age may be more likely to experience side effects when taking levodopa, but it should not automatically exclude them from treatment.
Inbrija Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Inbrija?
48 active studies are currently underway to assess the potential of Inbrija to provide relief from Parkinson's Disease, Parkinsonism and carbon monoxide intoxication.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
0 Actively Recruiting
Manganese Poisoning
0 Actively Recruiting
Parkinson Disease
0 Actively Recruiting
Restless Legs Syndrome
3 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Parkinson's Disease
39 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 2, Phase 3, Early Phase 1
Parkinsonism post encephalitic
0 Actively Recruiting
advanced Motor fluctuations
0 Actively Recruiting
Parkinson Disease
0 Actively Recruiting
Inbrija Reviews: What are patients saying about Inbrija?
5
Patient Review
1/15/2020
Inbrija for Parkinson's Disease
4.3
Patient Review
10/4/2019
Inbrija for Parkinson's Disease
4.3
Patient Review
2/1/2022
Inbrija for Parkinson's Disease
3.7
Patient Review
9/19/2019
Inbrija for Parkinson's Disease
2.3
Patient Review
9/25/2019
Inbrija for Parkinson's Disease
2.3
Patient Review
10/10/2019
Inbrija for Parkinson's Disease
2.3
Patient Review
8/9/2019
Inbrija for Parkinson's Disease
1.7
Patient Review
10/10/2019
Inbrija for Parkinson's Disease
1.3
Patient Review
7/4/2021
Inbrija for Parkinson's Disease
1
Patient Review
7/4/2021
Inbrija for Parkinson's Disease
Patient Q&A Section about inbrija
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
What drug class is Inbrija?
"Inbrija is a drug that is used to treat Parkinson's disease. It belongs to a class of drugs called Antiparkinson Agents, Dopamine Precursors. It is not known if Inbrija is safe and effective in children."
Answered by AI
What happens if you swallow Inbrija?
"If you cough or feel like you're choking after using this medication, or if you experience any of the following side effects, call your doctor or pharmacist. These side effects include dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, trouble sleeping, unusual dreams, a stuffy or runny nose, a sore throat, or a fever."
Answered by AI
How long does it take for Inbrija to work?
"The effects of INBRIJA tended to last for at least 3 hours.
INBRIJA has been shown to start working as early as 10 minutes in large clinical trials, with meaningful improvement in motor symptoms seen by 30 minutes. The effects of INBRIJA tended to last for at least 3 hours."
Answered by AI
What is Inbrija used for?
"Indication: INBRIJA is a prescription medicine used to treat OFF episodes in adults with Parkinson's who are taking regular carbidopa/levodopa medication. INBRIJA does not replace regular carbidopa/levodopa medication."
Answered by AI