Pramipexole
Description
Pramipexole is used to treat restless legs syndrome and to control the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Pramipexole
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Trouble sleeping
- Unusual tiredness or weakness
- Cough
- Muscle weakness
- Difficulty with swallowing
- Chest tightness
Uses of Pramipexole
What is it prescribed for?
- Parkinson's Disease
- Restless Legs Syndrome
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionImmediate-release formulations: The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 2 hours of administration of the dose. Extended/Sustained-release formulations: The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 6 hours of administration of the dose.
- Duration of effectImmediate-release formulations: The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 8 to 12 hours. Extended/Sustained-release formulations: The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
- Safe with alcohol?Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, difficulty concentrating, etc.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to pramipexole or any other inactive ingredients present along with this medicine.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Renal impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney function impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Dyskinesia
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from dyskinesia (abnormal, uncontrolled movements) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Orthostatic Hypotension
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from hypotension (low blood pressure) or patients receiving high blood pressure medicines due to the increased risk of a very low blood pressure. Regular monitoring of blood pressure levels is required for these patients to safely use this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Use in pediatrics
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Driving or Operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, difficulty concentrating, etc.
Interaction with Medicine
Amitriptyline
Propoxyphene
Sodium oxybate
Amoxapine
Carbamazepine
Baclofen
Dextromethorphan
Disease interactions
Renal Dysfunction
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Psychiatric disorders
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of psychiatric disorders due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of these patients for any change in mood or behavior is recommended. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from neuroleptic malignant syndrome due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine with or without food, as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine acts in place of dopamine, a natural substance present in the brain which is involved in various functions such as memory, attention, regulation of body movements, etc.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Dopaminergic Antiparkinsonism agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 27 Jul 2018
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