Pramipex ER 1.5 Tablet

Short Description

Pramipex ER 1.5 Tablet is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome. It helps to treat excessive shaking by slowing down the body movements.

Dosage Form

Tablet ER

Introduction

Pramipex ER 1.5 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.

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 ER 1.5 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

Pramipex ER 1.5 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Pramipex ER 1.5 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 ER 1.5 Tablet suppresses serum prolactin and may interfere with breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Warning

Pramipex ER 1.5 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.

Interacting Medicines

Chlorpromazine Flupenthixol Fluphenazine Haloperidol

Pramipex ER 1.5 Tablet works by mimicking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.

You have been prescribed Pramipex ER 1.5 Tablet to treat your symptoms of Parkinson's disease and/or restless leg syndrome. Take this medicine 2 to 3 hours before bedtime for restless leg syndrome. Avoid activities that require you to be alert such as driving a car until you know how this medication affects you. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down to lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out. 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.