Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] is a medication that is used for treating patients suffering from Parkinson’s disease and moderate to extreme cases of Restless Leg Syndrome also known as Ekbom Syndrome and RLS. It is not essential that the person suffering from RLS also suffer from Parkinson disease and vice versa. Also Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] doses prescribed to both the patients differ. Generally lower doses of Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] are prescribed to patients suffering from RLS which has to be taken daily once usually during bedtime. However higher doses of this medication are prescribed for patients suffering from Parkinson disease which has to be taken at regular frequency throughout the day.
Ropinole is the main ingredient of Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] and possess properties which are similar to dopamine a naturally occurring chemical in the human body. Low level of dopamine are responsible for causing RLS and Parkinson disease and hence Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] can prove to be effective in treating both this problems and all the associated symptoms like muscle spasms, tremors, poor muscle control and stiffness.
As Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] can make the patients feel sleepy or dizzy they should not indulge in any activity requiring high alertness after taking this medicine. Also doctor should also be informed if you are taking any sedatives or drugs that can make you drowsy before starting with Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride]. Don’t take this medicine if you are allergic to ropinirole or any other ingredient of this medicine. Stop smoking or drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can decrease the effectiveness of the treatment. Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] is not recommended for pregnant ladies and feeding mothers.
Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] is approved by FDA.
How to use
Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] dosage should be taken as per physician’s direction. Only the recommended dosage of the medicine should be taken as both under dose and overdose can cause fatal side effects. This medicine can be taken on empty stomach or even with food though persons feel less nauseatic when medicine is taken with food. Parkinson patients are advised 0.25 mg dosage 3 times a day during the initial days and the doses are gradually increase based on patient’s response to the treatment. However the total dose of Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] should not exceed 24 mg/day.
Side Effects
Some of the common side effects seen by Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] patients include nausea, stomach pain, worsened Parkinson or RLS symptoms when getting up in morning, excessive sweating or dryness of mouth, insomnia, agitation, diarrhea and headache. These problems usually disappear after some time. Doctors should be consulted immediately if the patients experience serious problems like fainting, stiffness of muscles, uneven or fast heartbeat, tremors, hallucinations and problem in breathing.
Drug Interaction
Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] users should inform their doctors if they are taking any sleeping pills, narcotic pain relievers, muscle relaxant, anti seizure medicines, anti anxiety tablets, antidepressants. Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] can interact negatively when taking with Ciprofloxin, levodopa, metoclopramide, fluvoxamine, Prilosec or any estrogen. Also inform doctor if you are taking any other herbal product or medicine before starting with Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride].
Over Dose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, confusion, and facial muscle spasms.
Notes
Do not share this medication with others.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the doses.
Uses
Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] could be used for treating restless leg syndrome and Parkinson disease and all its associated symptoms.
Storage
Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] should be stored in a tight container away from direct sunlight and should be kept at room temperature. Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] should be kept away from the reach of pets and small children.
Precaution
Requip [ropinirole hydrochloride] users should take following precautions:
• Should be avoided by pregnant ladies, lactating mothers and ladies planning to become pregnant
• Should stop smoking or using alcohol while taking this medicine as it can reduce the effectiveness of medicine.
• This medicine can make the person feel dizzy and hence they should avoid indulging in activity requiring high alertness after taking this medicine.
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