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Chemical Name: ROPINIROLE (roe-PIN-i-ROLE)
Requip 0.25mg is a dopamine agonist used for treating Parkinson disease and restless leg syndrome (RLS). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with Requip 0.25mg. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking anticoagulants (eg, warfarin); entacapone; levodopa; benzodiazepines (eg, diazepam); medicines for mental or mood problems (eg, antidepressants, antipsychotics); medicines for sleep (eg, zolpidem); estrogens (eg, estradiol); fluvoxamine; quinolones (eg, ciprofloxacin); butyrophenones (eg, haloperidol); metoclopramide; omeprazole; phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine); or thioxanthenes (eg, thiothixene). DO NOT START OR STOP any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, including heart problems; high or low blood pressure; liver disease; mental or mood problems; a sleep disorder; allergies; pregnancy; or breast-feeding. Tell your doctor if you smoke, drink alcohol, or have a personal or family history of addiction (eg, alcohol, gambling). Requip 0.25mg should not be used in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about using Requip 0.25mg.
Follow the directions for taking Requip 0.25mg provided by your doctor. AN EXTRA PATIENT LEAFLET is available with Requip 0.25mg. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information. TAKE REQUIP 0.25mg by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation. STORE REQUIP 0.25mg at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C), in a tightly closed container away from heat, moisture, and light. Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Do not store in the bathroom. DO NOT SUDDENLY STOP TAKING REQUIP 0.25mg or change your dose without checking with your doctor. Certain severe side effects (eg, abnormal thinking, confusion, fever, stiff muscles) may occur. IF YOU NEED TO STOP REQUIP 0.25mg OR ADD A NEW MEDICINE, your doctor will gradually lower your dose. IF YOU MISS A DOSE of Requip 0.25mg, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. DO NOT take 2 doses at once.
DO NOT USE REQUIP 0.25mg IF you are allergic to any ingredient in Requip 0.25mg. REQUIP 0.25mg MAY CAUSE DIZZINESS, DROWSINESS, OR FAINTING. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Requip 0.25mg with caution. DO NOT DRIVE OR PERFORM OTHER POSSIBLY UNSAFE TASKS until you know how you react to it. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE YOU DRINK alcohol or use medicines that may cause drowsiness (eg, sleep aids, muscle relaxers) while you are using Requip 0.25mg; it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness. REQUIP 0.25mg MAY CAUSE DIZZINESS, LIGHTHEADEDNESS, OR FAINTING; alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects. SOME PEOPLE WHO USE REQUIP 0.25mg MAY EXPERIENCE sudden onset of severe drowsiness or may even fall asleep during normal daily activities (eg, eating, talking, driving). This could occur without warning. If this happens, do not drive, operate machinery, or perform other possibly unsafe tasks while you use Requip 0.25mg. Tell your doctor right away. SOME PEOPLE HAVE EXPERIENCED new, unusual, or increased urges (eg, gambling, sexual urges) while using Requip 0.25mg. Tell your doctor right away if you notice such effects. DO NOT TAKE MORE than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor. PATIENTS WITH PARKINSON DISEASE MAY HAVE AN INCREASED RISK of developing a certain type of skin cancer (melanoma). It is not known if Requip 0.25mg also increases the risk of melanoma. You may need to have skin exams while you are using Requip 0.25mg. Tell your doctor if you notice any unusual skin growths or a change in the appearance of a mole. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor. IF YOU ARE TAKING REQUIP 0.25mg FOR RLS, contact your doctor if you experience new or worsening symptoms, especially in the early morning hours. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINES, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. Use Requip 0.25mg with caution in ELDERLY patients with Parkinson disease; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially hallucinations. FOR WOMEN: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Requip 0.25mg while you are pregnant. IT IS NOT KNOWN IF REQUIP 0.25mg IS FOUND in breast milk. REQUIP 0.25mg MAY DECREASE BREAST MILK PRODUCTION. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking Requip 0.25mg.
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking Requip 0.25mg include constipation; dizziness; drowsiness; fatigue; headache; increased sweating; lightheadedness; loss of appetite; nausea; sore throat or flu-like symptoms; stomach pain or upset; tiredness; vomiting; or weakness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience anxiety; blood in the urine; blurred vision; chest pain; confusion; decreased coordination; fainting; falling asleep during the daytime or during normal activities (eg, conversations, eating); fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; impotence; joint stiffness or pain; nightmares; numbness or tingling of the skin; severe or persistent headache or dizziness; shortness of breath; swelling of the arms or legs; or uncontrolled muscle movements. AN ALLERGIC REACTION to Requip 0.25mg is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue. This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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IF OVERDOSE IS SUSPECTED, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include agitation; chest pain; difficulty moving; facial muscle spasms; hallucinations; low blood pressure when sitting or lying down.
DO NOT SHARE REQUIP 0.25mg with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE REQUIP 0.25mg for other health conditions. KEEP REQUIP 0.25mg out of the reach of children and pets. IF USING REQUIP 0.25mg FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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