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Ropimine 1mg Tablet

Manufacturer: Shinto Organics (P) Limited

Salt Composition: Ropinirole (1mg)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Parkinson's disease Ropimine 1mg Tablet helps relieve 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. In Restless leg syndrome Restless leg syndrome is a condition that causes an uncontrollable urge to move your legs, usually because of an uncomfortable sensation. It typically happens in the evening or nighttime hours when you're sitting or lying down. Moving or walking, that is change in posture, will control the unpleasant feeling temporarily. Ropimine 1mg Tablet helps to relieve this uncomfortable urge and calms these sensations. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum relief.

Benefits: 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. Ropimine 1mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Description: Ropimine 1mg 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. Ropimine 1mg 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. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor. Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, fainting, vomiting, weakness, nausea, edema (swelling), abnormality of voluntary movements, and dyspepsia (indigestion). 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.

How to Use: Ropimine 1mg Tablet works by increasing the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.

Safety Advice: - Alcohol : CAUTION - Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ropimine 1mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Ropimine 1mg 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 - Ropimine 1mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. Ropimine 1mg Tablet suppresses serum prolactin and may interfere with breastfeeding. - Driving : UNSAFE - Ropimine 1mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. - Kidney : CAUTION - Ropimine 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ropimine 1mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - Ropimine 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ropimine 1mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Ropimine 1mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.

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Packaging: strip of 10 tablets

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Primary Use: Parkinson's disease | Restless leg syndrome

Side Effects: Dizziness | Fainting | Sleepiness | Vomiting | Weakness | Nausea | Edema (swelling) | Abnormality of voluntary movements | Indigestion | Hallucination | Confusion | Viral infection

Alcohol Interaction: CAUTION

Pregnancy Interaction:

Lactation Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Driving Interaction:

Kidney Interaction: CAUTION

Liver Interaction: CAUTION