CARBIDOPA AND LEVODOPA vs SINEMET CR
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
70/100
Pharmacy pays
~$20.52 /30
~$20.52 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
CARBIDOPA AND LEVODOPA
CARBIDOPA AND LEVODOPA
Dosage forms
Tablet, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, orally disintegrating
Tablet, extended release
Drug class
—
—
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 50 minutes (extended to about 1.5 hours when taken with carbidopa)
about 50 minutes (extended to about 1.5 hours when taken with carbidopa)
Frequently asked questions
Which is better-rated, Carbidopa and Levodopa or Sinemet CR?
Carbidopa and Levodopa and Sinemet CR are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.
Which is cheaper, Carbidopa and Levodopa or Sinemet CR?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $20.52 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Carbidopa and Levodopa and Sinemet CR?
Both Carbidopa and Levodopa and Sinemet CR share the active ingredient Carbidopa and Levodopa.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.