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Requip (ropinirole) is used to treat Parkinson's disease. Requip (ropinirole)helps replace the brain chemical called dopamine, which is low in Parkinson's disease. Take Requip (ropinirole) as prescribed. Do not increase your dose or take Requip (ropinirole) more often than directed. Do not stop taking Requip (ropinirole) without your doctor's approval. Stopping Requip (ropinirole) suddenly may cause you to experience unwanted side effects. Dosing is based on your condition and Requip (ropinirole)side effects. It may take a few weeks for Requip (ropinirole) to take effect.
REQUIP SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, constipation, unusual weakness, stomach upset and pain, headache or dry mouth may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute. Report promptly: hallucinations, difficulty moving or walking, difficulty breathing. Unlikely but report promptly: confusion, restlessness, leg or foot swelling, fainting, twitching, chest pain, unusually fast or slow heartbeat. Very unlikely but report promptly: muscle pain, vision problems, fever, severe muscle stiffness, sudden irresistible urge to sleep. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including: metoclopramide, medication for psychosis/anxiety/depression, other drugs used for Parkinson's, cimetidine, sleep medication, certain muscle relaxants, tranquilizers, narcotic pain relievers, anti-seizure drugs, certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine), ciprofloxacin. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. |
Requip is belongs to the family of drugs known as an antidyskinetic (dopamine agonist) drug and commonly used for the treatment or prevention of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Requip/Ropinirole works by stimulating dopamine receptors in the brain. Requip is comes in the category of drugs called also Ropinirole hydrochloride. Requip is being manufactured by Glaxo Smith Kline Pharmaceuticals and is available in 0.25mg Tablet. What are the most common problems for which Requip/Ropinirole is used? Requip/Ropinirole is used for the treatment or prevention of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's disease is a degenerative disease of the nervous system associated with trembling of the arms and legs, stiffness and rigidity of the muscles and slowness of movement (bradykinesia). Dangerously exaggerated patients may suffer from complications such as pneumonia, septicaemia (blood poisoning), stroke, urinary tract infection and pressure sores and some of these may be fatal. Requip/Ropinirole may also be used for relieve other conditions that determined by your doctor’s or consultant. How does Requip/Ropinirole work? Requip/Ropinirole is belongs to the family of drugs known as an antidyskinetic (dopamine agonist) drug and commonly used for the treatment or prevention of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Requip/Ropinirole works by stimulating dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is the chemical substance in the brain known to be absent or reduced in Parkinson's disease sufferers. Requip/Ropinirole binds to particular receptor sites in the brain (dopamine receptors) in order to perform its normal activities. Requip/Ropinirole is able to bind to the dopamine receptor sites and so acts as a substitute in the absence of dopamine. Requip/Ropinirole is therefore able to reduce the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Is any prescription required to get Requip/Ropinirole? Yes, prescription is necessary, one most not to use Requip/Ropinirole without prescription. Some times in such conditions Requip/Ropinirole is more harmful for health so, it is better to use Requip/Ropinirole under doctor’s guidance or according to your medical consultant. Requip/Ropinirole Tablet always takes under doctor’s guidance. The recommended doses of Requip/Ropinirole Tablet will be different for different patients, according to the requirements of each patient; you continue to take it for as long as your doctor prescribes, even if you do not feel an immediate benefit. Requip/Ropinirole works best when taken long term. Your doctor will start you on a low dose of Requip/Ropinirole and gradually increase your dose. If you can not tolerate the recommended dosage, your doctor can prescribe a dose that sufficient for you. Requip/Ropinirole Tablets may be taken with or without food, or on an empty or full stomach What is the minimum duration for which Requip/Ropinirole should be taken? The duration of taking Requip/Ropinirole is not constant; it depends according to the problem. Your doctor or consultant can describe you better about the time period for which duration Requip/Ropinirole should be taken or until the medication is deemed effective. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased by your doctor. Are there any side effects of Requip/Ropinirole? Possible side effects during the uses of Requip/Ropinirole:
Under what circumstances Requip/Ropinirole should not be used? If you have an allergy to Requip/Ropinirole Tablet or any other ingredients of this medicine, then should not be used. If you have suffering to the eye problems, especially with the retina, Requip/Ropinirole Tablet should not be used without consulting of doctor. If you have suffering to the problems of hallucinations, Requip/Ropinirole Tablet should not be used without consulting of doctor. If you have suffering to the problem of hypotension or low blood pressure, Requip/Ropinirole Tablet should not be used without consulting of doctor. If you have suffering to the problem of postural hypotension, Requip/Ropinirole Tablet should not be used without consulting of doctor. If you have suffering to the Liver problems, Requip/Ropinirole Tablet should not be used without consulting of doctor. If you have suffering to the Lung problems, Requip/Ropinirole Tablet should not be used without consulting of doctor. If you have suffering to pregnancy or plan to be pregnant, Requip/Ropinirole Tablet should not be used without consulting of doctor. If you have suffering to the breastfeeding, Requip/Ropinirole Tablet should not be used without consulting of doctor. Under which storage conditions Requip/Ropinirole should be kept? Requip/Ropinirole should be stored in cupboard at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not store Requip/Ropinirole Tablet in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Keep always Requip/Ropinirole medicine out of the reach of children.
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