| Acne |
No |
| Active substance |
LevodopaBenserazid Hydrochloride |
| Also known as |
L-DOPA |
| Aromatization |
No |
| Blood pressure |
Can cause orthostatic hypotension |
| Chemical name |
L-3,4-dihydroxyphenylalanine |
| Dosage (medical) |
Typically 100-900 mg per day in divided doses |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not applicable |
| Effects |
Increases dopamine levels in the brain, improves motor control |
| Formula |
C9H11NO4 |
| Half-life |
1 to 3 hours |
| HBR |
No |
| Hepatotoxicity |
No |
| Lab Test |
Plasma levodopa levels |
| Main action |
Precursor to dopamine |
| Side effects |
Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, orthostatic hypotension, dyskinesias |
| Storage conditions |
Store in a cool, dry place away from light |
| Substance class |
Amino acid derivative |
| Trade name |
Sinemet, Levodopa |
| Use in sports |
Not typically used in sports |
| WAREHOUSE |
International Warehouse 2 |
| Water Retention |
No |
| Manufacturer |
DEVA |
