Pramipex 0.5 mg Tablet

Composition of Pramipex 0.5 mg Tablet

Pramipex 0.5 mg Tablet contains Pramipexole (0.5mg). It belongs to the Anti-dementia / anti-parkinsonian agent class of medicines.

Uses of Pramipex 0.5 mg Tablet

Parkinson's disease Restless leg syndrome

Key benefits

• In Parkinson's disease Pramipex 0.5 Tablet is used to help manage symptoms such as tremors
• stiffness
• and slowed movement in Parkinson’s disease
• supporting better mobility and daily functioning. In Restless leg syndrome In rest leg syndrome
• Pramipex 0.5 Tablet helps relieve the uncomfortable urge to move the legs
• especially at night
• leading to improved sleep quality and overall comfort. Show More

How Pramipex 0.5 mg Tablet works

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

How to take Pramipex 0.5 mg 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 may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

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

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe confusion, abnormal movements, a very slow pulse and collapse. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Pramipex 0.5 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Pramipex are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

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

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Pramipex 0.5 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Never stop a Parkinson's medicine suddenly — this can cause a severe and dangerous deterioration. Dose timing matters a great deal in Parkinson's disease. Take it at exactly the times prescribed. Report sudden daytime sleep attacks, hallucinations, or new gambling, spending or other impulsive behaviour — these are recognised effects and the dose may need review. Rise slowly from sitting or lying; a drop in blood pressure on standing is common.

Do not take Pramipex if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will assess suitability if you have heart, eye or psychiatric conditions.

Interactions with other medicines

Anti-emetics such as metoclopramide and some antipsychotics can worsen Parkinson's symptoms. High-protein meals can reduce the absorption of levodopa — ask your doctor about timing.

How to store Pramipex 0.5 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Pramipex 0.5 mg Tablet

You have been prescribed Pramipex 0.5 Tablet to treat your symptoms of Parkinson's disease and/or restless leg syndrome. It can be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may reduce nausea. For restless leg syndrome, take this medicine 2 to 3 hours before bedtime. Avoid activities that require you to be alert, such as driving a car until you know how this medication affects you. When you first start taking Pramipex 0.5 Tablet, it may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure when you change positions. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Talk to your doctor in case you develop hallucinations or other changes in your behavior. Inform your doctor if you develop compulsive behaviors that are hard to control, such as binge eating, gambling, spending money, and sexual urges. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor. You have been prescribed Pramipex 0.5 Tablet to treat your symptoms of Parkinson's disease and/or restless leg syndrome. It can be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may reduce nausea. Inform your doctor if you develop compulsive behaviors that are hard to control, such as binge eating, gambling, spending money, and sexual urges. Avoid activities that require you to be alert, such as driving a car until you know how this medication affects you. When you first start taking Pramipex 0.5 Tablet, it may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure when you change positions. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Talk to your doctor in case you develop hallucinations or other changes in your behavior. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor. For restless leg syndrome, take this medicine 2 to 3 hours before bedtime.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Drug class:

Anti-dementia / anti-parkinsonian agent

Chemical class:

Aralkylamines