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Ropark 2 mg Tablet

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsRopinirole
216
10 TABLET ( 10 / STRIP )

Description

Ropark 2 mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson's disease (a movement disorder that affects your nervous system with symptoms such as stiffness, tremors, difficulty in walking, impaired balance and coordination, etc.). Ropark 2 mg Tablet is also used in the treatment of restless legs syndrome (RLS). RLS is a nervous system disorder that causes discomfort in your legs and an irresistible urge to move the legs, especially at night and when sitting or lying down. Ropark 2 mg Tablet works by acting as a substitute for dopamine, which is a natural chemical substance in your brain that helps regulate the movements of your body. Ropark 2 mg Tablet shows side effects like heartburn, upset stomach, nervousness, nausea, headache, constipation, swelling in your legs or feet, etc. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen. Ropark 2 mg Tablet may also cause dizziness or drowsiness. Hence, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms after taking this medicine. Ropark 2 mg Tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach discomfort. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of this medicine based on the severity of your condition. Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose as it may increase the risk of side effects. Also, take this medicine for the recommended duration for better results. Ropark 2 mg Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions such as heart, liver, or kidney problems to make sure this medicine is safe for you. Also, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines to avoid undesired effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Ropark 2 mg Tablet

Ropitor 2 mg Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ropark 2 mg Tablet

Confusion

Dizziness

Nausea and Vomiting

Swelling of legs

Weakness

Stomach pain

Sweating

Heartburn

Drowsiness

Upset stomach

Uses of Ropark 2 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

Parkinson's disease

Parkinson's disease is a movement disorder that affects your nervous system. Ropark 2 mg Tablet is used alone or in combination with other medicines to relieve the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, such as difficulty with body movements, restlessness, shaking of the limbs, anxiety, poor balance, etc.

Restless legs syndrome (RLS)

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition characterised by a constant urge to move the legs, especially when sitting or lying down or during nighttime. Ropark 2 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of restless legs syndrome (RLS).
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The amount of time required for Ropark 2 mg Tablet to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which Ropark 2 mg Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Avoid consumption of alcohol during treatment with Ropark 2 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentration.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Ropark 2 mg Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Ropark 2 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as animal studies indicate that it may cause harm to the developing foetus. However, no adequate human data are available. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Ropark 2 mg Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as it may inhibit lactation. Also, it is unknown if this medicine passes into the breastmilk.

Allergy

Avoid taking Ropark 2 mg Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek medical attention if you experience symptoms such as a skin rash, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), swelling (especially of the face, lips, tongue, etc.), breathing difficulty, etc.

Severe Kidney and/or Liver impairment

Ropark 2 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe liver or kidney problems as it may worsen your condition.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Ropark 2 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as animal studies indicate that it may cause harm to the developing foetus. However, no adequate human data are available. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Ropark 2 mg Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as it may inhibit lactation. Also, it is unknown if this medicine passes into the breastmilk.

General warnings

Driving or operating machines

Ropark 2 mg Tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Hence, avoid performing activities that require high mental alertness like driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Psychiatric conditions

Ropark 2 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have mental conditions as this medicine may cause hallucination. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Use in the elderly

Ropark 2 mg Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly as the risk of side effects is significantly high.

Use in children

Ropark 2 mg Tablet is not recommended in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Withdrawal symptoms

Avoid abrupt discontinuation of Ropark 2 mg Tablet as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as lack of interest in daily activities, anxiety, depression, fatigue, sweating, etc. Your doctor may gradually reduce the dose over a period to avoid such undesired effects.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Ropark 2 mg Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Ropark 2 mg Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consumption of alcohol during treatment with Ropark 2 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentration.

Interaction with Medicine

Amitriptyline

Fluoxetine

Amiodarone

Ciprofloxacin

Alprazolam

Disease interactions

Hypotension

Hypotension is low blood pressure. Ropark 2 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have hypotension as it may further worsen your condition. Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medicine.

Psychosis

Psychosis is a mental disorder that affects the way the brain processes information, and a person may lose touch with reality. Ropark 2 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have psychotic disorders, as this medicine may further worsen your condition.

Food interactions

Caffeine may increase the blood concentration of Ropark 2 mg Tablet and increase the risk of side effects such as confusion, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, weakness, agitation, fainting, etc.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
Take Ropark 2 mg Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet. Swallow as a whole with plenty of water. Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose or for a longer duration than recommended. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects that persist or worsen. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, sweating, loss of interest in daily activities, depression, fatigue, etc. Consult your doctor if you develop compulsive urges or behaviours that are hard to control, such as gambling, increased sexual urge, binge eating, excessive shopping, etc. Get up slowly from a sitting or lying down position, especially when you first start taking this medicine, as it may cause dizziness and lightheadedness.

Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works

Ropark 2 mg Tablet works by acting as a substitute for dopamine, which is a natural chemical substance in the brain that helps regulate the movements of the body.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Dopaminergic Antiparkinsonism agents

Schedule

Schedule H

Medicines.org.uk. 2022. Ropinirole 1 mg Film-coated Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 9 March 2022].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/8780/pil>

Drugs, H., 2022. Ropinirole: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 9 March 2022].

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Information on this page was last updated on 4 Apr 2022

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216 
10 TABLET ( 10 / STRIP )