Requip (Ropinirole)

Requip is a prescription medication for Parkinson's disease treatment that may also be used for restless legs syndrome. It effectively reduces the tremors, stiffness, slowed movement and dyskinesia from Parkinson's and the effectiveness of the medication is in the way it rebuilds dopamine neurotransmitter levels in the brain. It is common to start at a lower Requip dosage to start and then have your doctor monitor effectiveness before increasing the dose if needed.

Directions

Take medication exactly as indicated in your prescription. The standard Requip dosage for Parkinson's treatment is 3x per day with or without food, but taking with food is advisable if you experience nausea because of the medication.

Requip dosage for restless legs treatment is 1x daily and 1 to 3 hours before bedtime.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Requip is Ropinirole.

Cautions

Let your doctor know of any history of heart problems, irregular heartbeat, mental or mood disorders, walking difficulties, kidney or liver problems, high / low blood pressure, or sleep disorders like sleep apnea or narcolepsy before beginning on Requip.

This medication may make you dizzy or drowsy.

Requip side effects may be more pronounced for older adults.

Interactions

There risk of negative drug interactions exists between Requip and other Rx medications, including chlorpromazine / haloperidol / thiothixene / metoclopramide / cimetidine / fluvoxamine / mexiletine / omeprazole / rifampin / opioid pain or cough relievers / alprazolam / lorazepam / zolpidem / carisoprodol / cyclobenzaprine / cetirizine / diphenhydramine.

Let your doctor know of all medications you are currently taking before getting a prescription and proceeding to buy Requip online.

Side Effects

Requip side effects may occur, and some users may experience nausea, vomiting, constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, weakness, unusual sweating, headache, or dry mouth. If Requip side effects are seen you may want to stop use and meet with your doctor again to discuss Parkinson's disease treatment medication options.