PRAMIPEXOLE

Overview

PRAMIPEXOLE is a Schedule H drug.
Pramipexole has some of the same effects as a chemical called dopamine, which occurs naturally in your body. Low levels of dopamine in the brain are associated with Parkinson’s disease.Pramipexole works by increasing the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist that works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain.

Usage

PRAMIPEXOLE is generally used to treat: Parkinson’s Disease, Restless Legs Syndrome
PRAMIPEXOLE can address symptoms like: Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Body Loss Of Movement

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • It can be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may reduce nausea.
  • Inform your doctor if you develop compulsive behaviors that are hard to control, such as binge eating, gambling, spending money, and sexual urges.
  • Avoid activities that require you to be alert, such as driving a car until you know how this medication affects you.
  • When you first start taking Pramipexole, 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.Talk to your doctor in case you develop hallucinations or other changes in your behavior.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
  • For restless leg syndrome, take this medicine 2 to 3 hours before bedtime.
  • You should not use pramipexole if you are allergic to it.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
  • If you are taking immediate-release pramipexole you should not take extended-release pramipexole at the same time.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet, Swallow it whole.
  • Do not take two doses at one time.
  • Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy.

Common Side-Effects

PRAMIPEXOLE : Constipation, Insomnia, Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Weakness (generalized), Confusion, Memory Problems, Dry Mouth, Nausea, Frequent Urination, Cough, Fever, Restless Or Irritability, Lightheadedness, Fatigue (tiredness)

Serious Side-Effects

PRAMIPEXOLE : Heartburn, Indigestion, Night Terrors, Difficulty Breathing, Difficulty Swallowing, Hallucinations, Eyes Double Vision (without One Eye Covered)

Rare Side-Effects

PRAMIPEXOLE : Bladder Control, Loss Of, Anxiety, Slow Thinking, Chest Pain, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Pain With Urination, Arms Swelling, Legs Swelling

Disease Interactions

PRAMIPEXOLE can interfere with: Hypotension, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, Psychosis, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

PRAMIPEXOLE is categorized as: DOPAMINERGIC ANTIPARKINSONISM AGENTS / ANTIPARKINSON AGENTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with PRAMIPEXOLE as Ingredient

MIRATOR 0.125MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.125 MG
MIRATOR 0.25MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.25 MG
MIRATOR 0.5MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.5 MG
MIRATOR 1MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 1.0 MG
PARPEX 0.25MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.25 MG
PARPEX 0.5MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.5 MG
PARPEX 1MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 1.0 MG
PEXOPRAM 0.125MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.125 MG
PEXOPRAM 0.25MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.25 MG
PEXOPRAM 0.5MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.5 MG
PEXOPRAM 1MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 1.0 MG
PRAMIPEX 0.125MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.125 MG
PRAMIPEX 0.25MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.25 MG
PRAMIPEX 0.375MG TAB ERPRAMIPEXOLE 0.375 MG
PRAMIPEX 0.5MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.5 MG
PRAMIPEX 1.25MG TAB ERPRAMIPEXOLE 1.25 MG
PRAMIPEX 1.5MG TAB ERPRAMIPEXOLE 1.5 MG
PRAMIPEX 1MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 1.0 MG
PRAMIPEX 3MG TAB ERPRAMIPEXOLE 3.0 MG
PRAMIPEX ER 0.75MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.75 MG
PRAMIPEX ER O.375MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.375 MG
PRAMIPREX ER 0.375 TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.375 MG
PRAMIPREX ER 0.75 TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.75 MG
PRAMIPREX ER 1.5 TABPRAMIPEXOLE 1.5 MG
PRAMIPREX TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.125 MG
PRAMIROL 0.125MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.125 MG
PRAMIROL 0.25MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.25 MG
PRAMIROL 0.5MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.5 MG
PRAMIROL 1.5MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 1.5 MG
PRAMIROL 1MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 1.0 MG
PRAMIROL 2.1MG TAB SRPRAMIPEXOLE 2.1 MG
PRAMIROL SR 0.26MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.26 MG
PRAMIROL SR 0.26MGPRAMIPEXOLE 0.26 MG
PRAMIROL SR 0.52MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.52 MG
PRAMIROL SR 1.05MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 1.05 MG
PRAMIROL SR 3.15MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 3.15 MG
PRAMITREM 0.125MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.125 MG
PRAMITREM 0.26MG TAB XRPRAMIPEXOLE 0.26 MG
PRAMITREM 0.52MG TAB XRPRAMIPEXOLE 0.52 MG
PRAMITREM 0.5MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.5 MG
PRAMITREM 1MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 1.0 MG
PRARIMOL 3.15MG TAB SRPRAMIPEXOLE 3.15 MG
PRARIMOL SR 1.05MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 1.05 MG
PREXOL 0.125MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.125 MG
PREXOL 0.25MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.25 MG
PREXOL 0.50MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.5 MG
REMIPEX 0.125MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.125 MG
REMIPEX 0.25MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.25 MG
REMIPEX 0.5MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 0.5 MG
REMIPEX 1.5MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 1.5 MG
REMIPEX 1MG TABPRAMIPEXOLE 1.0 MG