Ropitor 1mg Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Ropinirole (1mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Indolines Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Dopamine agonists |
| User Rating | 4.8 |
| User Reviews | 703 |
FAQ
How often can I take Ropitor 1mg?
For restless leg syndrome, take Ropitor 1mg once a day. It is usually taken just before bedtime, but you can take it up to 3 hours before going to bed. For Parkinson’s disease, it is usually taken three times a day.
Is Ropitor 1mg used for pain?
No, Ropitor 1mg is not used to relieve pain. It acts by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (dopamine) in the brain, which is deficient in case of restless leg syndrome. This, in turn, relieves the discomfort and reduces the involuntary limb movements that disrupt night-time sleep.
How long does Ropitor 1mg take to work?
You may be able to see improvement within a week. However, it may take longer and differs from individual to individual.
Can I stop taking Ropitor 1mg if I do not see any improvement in my symptoms?
No, you should not stop taking Ropitor 1mg on your own as you may experience anxiety, depression, lack of interest, tiredness, sweating and severe pain in the leg. The dose should be reduced slowly. In some patients, it may take longer to see improvement but not beyond 12 weeks. Talk to your doctor if you want to stop it.
Can I take gabapentin and Ropitor 1mg together?
Yes, you can take gabapentin and Ropitor 1mg together. However, be careful as taking these two medicines together may cause excessive drowsiness, dizziness and decrease your mental alertness. So, you may have to avoid driving, operating machinery or working at heights while taking the two medicines together.
What are the warning symptoms that should prompt me to discontinue therapy?
You may develop several warning symptoms that would suggest that the treatment needs to be discontinued. You may develop compulsive behavior such as gambling, increase in sex drive, compulsive shopping and eating. You may notice that your symptoms are getting worse (start earlier than usual or are more intense, affect other parts of the body, such as the arms, and symptoms return early in morning). If you notice these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately.
Is Ropitor 1mg safe?
Yes, Ropitor 1mg is safe if taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It is a well-tolerated medicine. The common side effects of Ropitor 1mg are nausea, dizziness, headache, and sleepiness which are typically worse during the first two weeks of treatment and may require dose reduction but rarely discontinuation of drug.
What if you forget to take Ropitor Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Ropitor 1mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Ropitor 1mg Tablet Reviews
Ropitor 1mg is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome (an urge to move the legs usually accompanied or caused by uncomfortable and unpleasant leg sensations). It helps to treat excessive shaking by slowing down the body movements.
Ropitor 1mg is taken by mouth preferably before bedtime with food to avoid nausea. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should never skip any doses and finish full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to doctor as may result in harmful effects.
Some common side effects of this medicine includes headache, hallucination and confusion. Initially this medicine may cause sudden drop in the blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to inform doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood, an abnormally high sex drive, an urge to gamble or uncontrolled spending as these may prove very harmful.
How Ropitor 1mg Tablet Works
Ropitor 1mg works by increasing the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.
How to Use Ropitor 1mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ropitor 1mg is to be taken with food.
Benefits of Ropitor 1mg Tablet
- In Restless leg syndrome: Restless leg syndrome is a condition that causes an uncontrollable urge to move your legs, usually because of an uncomfortable sensation. It typically happens in the evening or nighttime hours when you're sitting or lying down. Moving or walking, that is change in posture, will control the unpleasant feeling temporarily. Ropitor 1mg helps to relieve this uncomfortable urge and calms these sensations. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum relief.
- In Parkinson's disease: Ropitor 1mg helps relieve symptoms of Parkinson's disease such as tremors, muscle stiffness, and difficulty moving. It increases the amount of a chemical called dopamine in the brain which helps in the coordination of body movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a better manner.
Uses of Ropitor 1mg Tablet
- Restless leg syndrome
- Parkinson's disease
Ropitor 1mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ropitor 1mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Liver
CAUTION
Ropitor 1mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ropitor 1mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ropitor 1mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ropitor 1mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ropitor 1mg. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ropitor 1mg should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ropitor 1mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- It can be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may reduce nausea.
- Talk to your doctor in case you develop hallucinations or other changes in your behavior.
- Avoid activities that require you to be alert, such as driving a car until you know how this medication affects you.
- You have been prescribed Ropitor 1mg to treat your symptoms of Parkinson's disease and/or restless leg syndrome.
- Inform your doctor if you develop compulsive behaviors that are hard to control, such as binge eating, gambling, spending money, and sexual urges.
- When you first start taking Ropitor 1mg, it may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure when you change positions. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- For restless leg syndrome, take this medicine 2 to 3 hours before bedtime.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
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