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Can I eat this with Co-beneldopa?
Protein can reduce how much levodopa your body absorbs, and alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness.
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Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 52 foods and drinks for Co-beneldopa (0 to avoid, 49 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Co-beneldopa with food?
- Take at least 30 minutes before a meal or 60 minutes after a meal.
- Can I eat meat with Co-beneldopa?
- Yes, with care. Keep it at least 30 minutes before or 60 minutes after your dose, as protein can reduce how much levodopa your body absorbs.
- Can I eat eggs with Co-beneldopa?
- Yes, with care. Keep it at least 30 minutes before or 60 minutes after your dose, as protein can reduce how much levodopa your body absorbs.
- Can I eat cheese with Co-beneldopa?
- Yes, with care. Keep it at least 30 minutes before or 60 minutes after your dose, as protein can reduce how much levodopa your body absorbs.
- Can I eat beans with Co-beneldopa?
- Yes, with care. Keep it at least 30 minutes before or 60 minutes after your dose, as protein can reduce how much levodopa your body absorbs.
- Can I eat lentils with Co-beneldopa?
- Yes, with care. Keep it at least 30 minutes before or 60 minutes after your dose, as protein can reduce how much levodopa your body absorbs.
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1 · What do you take?
Protein can reduce how much levodopa your body absorbs, and alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness.
Avoid high-protein meals close to your dose, as protein can stop the medicine working properly. Take co-beneldopa at least 30 minutes before meals or 60 minutes after. Alcohol may make you feel sleepy, tired or dizzy, so it's best to stop drinking until you see how the medicine affects you.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: Take at least 30 minutes before a meal or 60 minutes after a meal.
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Further reading on Co-beneldopa
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About co-beneldopa
NHS medicines information on co-beneldopa – what it's used for and key facts.
NHS website
Who can and cannot take co-beneldopa
NHS medicines information on who can take co-beneldopa and who may not be able to take it.
NHS website
How and when to take co-beneldopa
NHS medicines information on dosage for co-beneldopa, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
NHS website
Side effects of co-beneldopa
NHS medicines information on side effects of co-beneldopa and what you can do to cope.
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Taking co-beneldopa with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with co-beneldopa and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
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