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Ropinirole (generic Requip)

  • What is ropinirole?
    Ropinirole (generic Requip) is a prescription drug used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and moderate to severe restless legs syndrome.

    Looking for a safe, effective way to manage symptoms associated with these two conditions? Talk to your doctor about whether ropinirole may be right for you.

  • What are common side effects of ropinirole?
    While adverse reactions to ropinirole are uncommon, some patients who take the drug may experience mild side effects, including nausea; diarrhea; vomiting; constipation; decreased appetite; weight loss; stomach pain; heartburn; dizziness; excessive drowsiness; difficulty concentrating; uncontrollable body movements; anxiety; weakness; headache; sweating; confusion; uncontrollable shaking; decreased sensitivity to touch; difficulty achieving an erection; swelling; joint pain; changes in urination; numbness; and dry mouth.

    Rare, more serious adverse effects have also been known to occur. If you are concerned that ropinirole may be causing you to experience any number of adverse side effects, please contact your doctor or provider.

    This is not a complete list of side effects. For more information on adverse reactions you may experience while taking ropinirole, please visit the National Institutes of Health’s DailyMed webpage.

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Frequently asked questions about ropinirole

Ropinirole is a prescription drug used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and moderate to severe restless legs syndrome. Ropinirole is available as an immediate-release tablet and an extended-release tablet that is taken orally. Either form can be used to treat Parkinson’s disease, but only the immediate-release tablets can treat restless legs syndrome. It is best to take Ropinirole with food to avoid an upset stomach, but you can take it without food if you prefer to. Discuss the timing and frequency of your dosage with your doctor.
The symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and restless legs syndrome that may improve by taking Ropinirole are uncontrollable urges to move the legs, discomfort in the legs, body shaking, stiffness, slowed movements, and problems with balance.
Ropinirole acts in place of dopamine in the brain, which is needed to control movement. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that influences human behavior, movement, mood, and memory. Ropinirole is a dopamine agonist, which means it convinces 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, so Ropinirole helps make up for this lack, thus decreasing symptoms.

Common side effects of Ropinirole include:

Nausea

  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Decrease in appetite
  • Weight loss
  • Stomach pain
  • Heartburn or gas
  • Dizziness
  • Excessive drowsiness (such as while driving a car)
  • Difficulty remembering or concentrating
  • Uncontrollable, sudden body movements
  • Anxiety
  • Weakness
  • Headache
  • Sweating or flushing
  • Confusion
  • Uncontrollable shaking of a body part
  • Decreased sensitivity to touch
  • Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection
  • Swelling of the hands, arms, feet, ankles, or lower legs
  • Back, muscle, or joint pain
  • Frequent, difficult, painful, or urgent urination
  • Numbness, burning, pain, or tingling in the hands or feet
  • Dry mouth

More serious side effects may occur when taking Ropinirole. These include:

  • Fainting
  • Chest pain
  • Hallucinations
  • Double vision or other changes in vision
  • Changes in your heartbeat
  • Shortness of breath
  • Swelling (usually in the face, hands or feet)
  • Difficulty swallowing or breathing
  • Rash
  • Hives
  • Itching

If you begin to experience these symptoms, seek medical attention right away.

This is not a complete list of side effects. For more information on adverse reactions you may experience while taking ropinirole, please visit the National Institutes of Health’s DailyMed webpage.

Although peak concentrations of Ropinirole in the blood are achieved within two hours of taking the drug, it can take several weeks to experience the full benefits of your prescription.

When treating Parkinson’s disease, the typical starting dose for extended-release tablets of Ropinirole is 2 mg per day. When treating Parkinson’s disease with immediate-release tablets of Ropinirole, the starting dose is 0.25 mg three times per day.

When treating restless legs syndrome, the typical starting dose for immediate-release tablets of Ropinirole is 0.25 mg per day, which should be taken 1 to 3 hours before bedtime.

Your doctor will discuss the possibility of gradually increasing your dosage over time.

Ropinirole 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 ropinirole 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.

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