Sign Up / Log In
Account
Online Pharmacy
Doctor Services
Health Centre
Bulk Purchase
Corporate
Ropinirole is commonly used to treat parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome.
Ropinirole is a non-ergot dopamine agonist which has a higher affinity for D3 receptors which are located in the brain. It is able to increase the dopamine level and enhance the dopaminergic activity
Sudden sleepiness, Drowsiness, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Dizziness, Headache, Hallucinations, Abnormal movements
Alcohol may accentuate the sedative effect caused by Ropinirole. Thus, it is not advisable to consume alcohol and Ropinirole concomitantly.
Animal studies have shown reproductive toxicities but there are limited data on the use of Ropinirole in pregnant women. Thus, it is not advisable to be used during pregnancy as risks cannot be excluded.
Ropinirole decreases the prolactin secretion in human, which will lead to the suppression of milk production. Thus, it should be discontinued during breastfeeding.
Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Ropinirole may cause side effects such as impaired alertness, drowsiness or sleepiness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Dose adjustment is needed in patients with severe kidney impairment. It is contraindicated in patients with end-stage kidney disease under dialysis. Please consult your doctor.
Caution use has to be practised in patients with moderate liver impairment. Ropinirole is contraindicated in patients with severe liver impairment.