Pramipar

East West Pharma

Composition for Pramipar Products

Pramipar Products are primarily used for

About Pramipar Products

Uses of Pramipar Products

Pramipexole is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome.

Pramipar Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Pramipar are Nausea1a, Fatigue, Dizziness, Sleepiness, Constipation, Hallucination, Dryness in mouth, Peripheral edema.

How Pramipar Products work

Pramipexole works by increasing the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.

Patient Concerns about Pramipar Products

Frequently asked questions about Pramipar Products

Frequently asked questions about Pramipexole

Q. Does Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet cause weight gain?
A common side effect of Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet is decrease in body weight which may be due to decrease in appetite. Uncommonly, it can also cause increase in weight. However, if you have concerns regarding your weight talk to your doctor or a nutritionist.
Q. Does Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet may cause sleepiness. You may also experience sudden episodes of falling asleep. If it occurs, restrict driving and using heavy machinery and inform your doctor.
Q. How does Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet work for restless legs?
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes discomfort in the legs and a strong urge to move the legs, especially at night and when sitting or lying down. Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet belongs to dopamine (neurotransmitter) agonist class of medicines. It acts by stimulating the dopamine receptors which is needed in the brain to control movement. Hence, it is used to improve RLS.
Q. Is Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet a muscle relaxant?
No, Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet is not a muscle relaxant. It helps in improving movements and muscle control in Parkinson’s disease. It is a dopamine agonist and acts on dopamine receptors.
Q. Can I stop taking Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet if my symptoms of Parkinson’s disease have improved?
You should not stop Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet without talking to your doctor. Sudden discontinuation of Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet may cause neuroleptic malignant syndrome. The symptoms of malignant syndrome include loss of muscle movement, rigid muscles, fever, unstable blood pressure, increased heart rate, confusion, and depressed level of consciousness.
Q. How should Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet be taken?
You should take Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet as directed by your doctor. The doctor will decide your dose depending on the condition you are being treated for. Preferably it should be taken 2-3 hours before bedtime. Swallow the tablets whole with water. It can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food may help reduce the chances of nausea.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet?
The serious side effects of Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet include hallucinations (seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist), confusion, aggressive behavior, agitation, abnormal thoughts, changes in vision, abnormal body movements, and motions that you cannot control. It may also cause changes in the way you sit or stand that you cannot control, such as your neck bending forward, bending forward at the waist, or tilting sideways when you sit, stand or walk. Additionally, it may cause dark, red or cola-colored urine, muscle tenderness, muscle stiffness or aching and muscle weakness. Call your doctor immediately if you experience any of these.
Q. What are impulse control disorders caused by Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet?
Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet may cause impulse control disorders in which you may have cravings or urge to behave in an unusual manner, which normally you would not do. Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet may also make it hard for you to resist the impulse to carry certain activities which can harm you or others, like addictive gambling, excessive eating or spending money. Along with that, it may cause an abnormally high sex drive or preoccupation with an increase in sexual thoughts or feelings.

Products for Pramipar

Pramipar 0.5mg Tablet
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95
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Pramipar 0.25mg Tablet
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78
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