Pramipexole is a prescription used to help improve muscle control, movement, balance, discomfort in the legs, and a strong desire to move your legs. Pramipexole may be prescribed along with other medication(s) to provide you with the best outcome possible.

Pramipexole is available as a tablet in both immediate-release and extended-release forms taken by mouth. Either form can be taken to treat Parkinson’s disease, but only the immediate-release tablets can treat restless legs syndrome. Discuss the timing and frequency of your dosage with your doctor.

Pramipexole can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food may help prevent nausea caused by the medication. The tablet must be taken whole. Do not chew, crush, or split them.

Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist, which means it mimics the actions of dopamine in the body. Dopamine agonists convince the body that it has more dopamine than it really does when dopamine levels are low.

The symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and restless leg syndrome are caused by low levels of dopamine. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that influences human behavior, movement, mood, and memory.

While adverse reactions to pramipexole are uncommon, some patients who take the drug may expernece mild side effects, including

There may be additional side effects of taking Pramipexole. You should speak to your doctor about the risks of taking Pramipexole before beginning a prescription. For more information, you can also visit the National Institutes of Health’s DailyMed webpage.

Pramipexole is currently only available via prescription. This means the use of this drug must be authorized by a licensed health care provider.

Providers on Sesame can write a prescription – or refill an existing one – during a virtual or in-person visit. Depending on the medication, you can arrange for same-day pickup at a pharmacy near you. Book an online consultation with a real, licensed provider on Sesame today to determine whether or not pramipexole is right for you.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your health care provider. Providers on Sesame cannot prescribe controlled substances.

Yes! Talk to a provider on Sesame and get your online doctor prescription or refill ordered right away for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your clinician.