Pramipex ER 1.5mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Pramipexole 1.5 mg
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET contains Pramipexole which belongs to the group of medicines called Dopamine agonists. It is used to manage signs and symptoms of idiopathic Parkinson’s disease. It is also prescribed to manage conditions such as Restless Legs Syndrome. A disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement, often including tremors. Nerve cell damage in the brain ca
Uses
dopamine levels to drop, leading to the symptoms of Parkinson's. PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET should not be given in patients with kidney diseases and psychosis. PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding. This medicine is strictly for use in adults and should not be used in children and adolescents under 18 years of age. The common
How It Works
PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET is a dopamine agonist which binds to a set of dopamine receptors in the brain. It relieves Parkinsonism by stimulating dopamine receptors present in the striatum (part of the brain that is responsible for cognition, planning, decision-making, motivation, reinforcement, and reward perception).
Directions for Use
Take PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET include sleepiness, dizziness, dyskinesia, nausea, hallucinations (seeing, hearing or feeling things that are not present), abnormal dreams, confusion, behavioural symptoms (Impulse control and compulsions), headache, double or blurred vision, low blood pressure, constipation, vomiting, swelling of body usually in the legs, decreased weight and appetite. Consult your doctor for advice if any of the above side effects worsen. USES OF PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET Used to manage signs and symptoms of idiopathic Parkinson’s disease HOW PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET WORKSPRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET is a dopamine agonist which binds to a set of dopamine receptors in the brain. It relieves Parkinsonism by stimulating dopamine receptors present in the striatum (part of the brain that is responsible for cognition, planning, decision-making, motivation, reinforcement, and reward perception). DIRECTIONS FOR USETake PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLETCOMMON sleepiness dizziness uncontrolled, involuntary movement nausea abnormal dreams confusion headache double or blurred vision low blood pressure constipation vomiting swelling of body usually in the legs decreased weight and appetite fatigue insomnia UNCOMMON paranoia delusion compulsive shopping, gambling, hypersexuality, delusion, loss of libido, delirium, paranoia, binge eating amnesia (loss of memory) loss of consciousness cardiac failure dyspnoea hiccups rash, itching difficulties in breathing hyperkinesia (inability to remain still) restlessness loss of reality (delirium) RARE mania (over-excitedness) Stop takingPRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: serious allergic reaction such as sudden wheezing, rash, itching, hives, swelling of the lips, tongue, face or throat causing difficulty in swallowing or breathing symptoms of Pneumonia (infection of the lungs) include fever, shivering, sweating, difficulty breathing, chest pain and feeling unwell symptoms of heart failure, causing shortness of breath or a persistent cough, extreme tiredness and swelling of the ankles decreased sodium levels in the blood, which may cause weakness, confusion muscle pains falling asleep while you are doing activities such as talking, eating, driving, or feel sleepier than normal hallucinations or other psychotic-like behaviour (seeing visions, hearing sounds or feeling sensations that are not real, confusion, excessive suspicion, aggressive behaviour, agitation, delusional beliefs and disorganized thinking) withdrawal symptoms such as fever, confusion, severe muscle stiffness, apathy, anxiety, depression, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, sweating, and pain
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYUse of PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET is not recommended in pregnant women. Contact your doctor before taking. BREASTFEEDINGPRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before taking. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse of PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET can cause sleepiness, drowsiness, hallucinations and sudden onset of sleep. Hence, it is not recommended to drive or use machines after taking this medicine. ALCOHOLAvoid alcohol consumption while taking PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET as it may increase the risk of sleepiness. KIDNEYPRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidneys disease. Contact your doctor before taking. LIVERPRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Contact your doctor before taking. ALLERGYDo not take PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET if you are allergic to Pramipexole or to other ingredients of the medicine. LUNGSPRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with existing pulmonary diseases. Contact your doctor before taking. HEART DISEASEPRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe heart and blood vessel disease. Contact your doctor before taking. OTHERSPRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have: psychosis (schizophrenia) Use in pediatrics: Use of PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET is not advisable in children and adolescents under 18 years of age. Contact your doctor before taking. Use in geriatrics: PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients over 65 years of age. Contact your doctor to get the correct dose.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before taking PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: cimetidine, ranitidine, pantoprazole, antacids (medicines used to manage excess acid and to manage gastric ulcers) amantadine, levodopa, benztropine (medicines used to manage parkinson’s disease) mexiletine, procainamide, quinidine (medicines used to manage irregular heartbeats zidovudine (medicine used to manage HIV infection) cisplatin (medicine used to manage various types of cancers) quinine (medicines used to manage malaria) any medicines that calm you down (sedative effect) phenothiazines, butyrophenones, thioxanthenes (medicines used to manage schizophrenia and psychoses) metoclopramide (medicines used to manage nausea and vomiting) diltiazem, triamterene, verapamil, hydrochlorothiazide (medicines used to manage high blood pressure and heart diseases) cefadroxil, cefaclor, amoxicillin (medicines used for bacterial infections) indomethacin (medicines used to manage pain) chlorpropamide (medicines used to manage diabetes mellitus) Overdosage: If you miss a dose of PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET, do not take double dose. If you have accidentally taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor or nearest hospital immediately for advice. Symptoms of overdosage are vomiting, nausea, agitation, low blood pressure, hallucination, restlessness, confusion. SYNOPSIS Drug : Pramipexol Pharmacological Category : Dopamine agonists Therapeutic Indication : Idiopathic Parkinson’s disease Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET out of sight and reach of children Store PRAMIPEX ER 1.5MG TABLET at room temperature
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Last Updated
18 Nov 2022