Pramipex 0.5 Tablet

Prescription Required

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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Pramipexole (0.5mg)

Product introductionPramipex 0.5 Tablet is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome (an urge to move the legs usually accompanied or caused by uncomfortable and unpleasant leg sensations). It helps to treat excessive shaking by slowing down the body movements.

Pramipex 0.5 Tablet should be taken with food. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, dry mouth, fatigue, hallucinations, constipation, and peripheral edema. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood, an abnormally high sex drive, an urge to gamble, or uncontrolled spending as these may prove very harmful.

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Uses of Pramipex Tablet

• Parkinson's disease
• Restless leg syndrome

Benefits of Pramipex Tablet

In Parkinson's disease

Pramipex 0.5 Tablet is effective in relieving symptoms of Parkinson's disease such as tremors, muscle stiffness, and difficulty moving. It increases the amount of a chemical called dopamine in the brain which helps in the coordination of body movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a better manner.

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Side effects of Pramipex Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Pramipex

• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• Nausea
• Dryness in mouth
• Fatigue
• Hallucination
• Constipation
• Peripheral edema
• Muscle spasm

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How to use Pramipex Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pramipex 0.5 Tablet is to be taken with food.

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How Pramipex Tablet works

Pramipex 0.5 Tablet works by mimicking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.

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Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Pramipex 0.5 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pramipex 0.5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pramipex 0.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pramipex 0.5 Tablet suppresses serum prolactin and may interfere with breastfeeding.

Driving

UNSAFE

Pramipex 0.5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Pramipex 0.5 Tablet can cause hallucinations (seeing, hearing or feeling things that are not there). This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Pramipex 0.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pramipex 0.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Pramipex 0.5 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pramipex 0.5 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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What if you forget to take Pramipex Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Pramipex 0.5 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

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