Please describe the medication: sinemet (carbidopa and levodopa)?

L-DOPA: Sinemet (carbidopa and levodopa) is a brand combination of l-dopa, the precursor of dopamine, and carbidopa, used to prolong the plasma level for extended efficacy. It is indicated to treat parkinson's disease, but has also some success in lewy body dementias, and even in other tremors. Of value in parkinson's for about 5-7 yrs, but may lose benefit beyond that point. Used second-line to delay dyskinesia complications.

Carbidopa/levodopa: Sinemet (carbidopa and levodopa) is a combination drug that contains Carbidopa and levodopa. It is most commonly prescribed for parkinson's disease but may also be prescribed for other conditions including restless legs syndrome.