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Requip (Ropinirole)
| Ropinirole Hydrochloride (Generic) Ropinirole (Ropinirole Hydrochloride) | ||||||
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Requip
| Field | Information |
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| Medication Name | Requip |
| Generic Name | Ropinirole |
| Boxed/Label Warning | May cause or worsen compulsive behaviors such as gambling, sexual urges, shopping, and eating. |
| Purpose | Treats Parkinson’s disease and Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) |
| Mechanism of Action | Dopamine receptor agonist; stimulates dopamine receptors in the brain |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets, Extended-release tablets |
| Available Strengths | Tablets: 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg, 3 mg, 4 mg, 5 mg; Extended-release Tablets: 2 mg, 4 mg, 6 mg, 8 mg, 12 mg |
| Dosage Frequency | Parkinson’s: Typically three times daily (immediate release) or once daily (extended-release); RLS: Once daily |
| Common Side Effects | Nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, lightheadedness, vomiting |
| Serious Side Effects | Sudden sleep onset, hallucinations, compulsive behaviors, orthostatic hypotension, swelling in legs and feet |
| Drug Interactions | Antipsychotics, metoclopramide, CYP1A2 inhibitors (e.g., ciprofloxacin), dopamine antagonists |
| Important Notes | May cause drowsiness; avoid driving or operating machinery until effects are known. Report any new or worsening compulsive behaviors to your doctor. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as you remember unless it’s close to the next dose; do not double the dose. For extended-release, if you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it’s less than 8 hours until your next dose. |
| Alternatives | Pramipexole (Mirapex), Carbidopa/Levodopa (Sinemet), Rotigotine (Neupro) |
Requip Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
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| Pramipexole (Mirapex) | Dopamine receptor agonist | Similar to ropinirole; also used for Parkinson’s and RLS. |
| Carbidopa/Levodopa (Sinemet) | Levodopa is converted to dopamine in the brain; carbidopa prevents levodopa breakdown in the periphery | A mainstay treatment for Parkinson’s disease, providing dopamine. |
| Rotigotine (Neupro) | Dopamine receptor agonist | Administered via a transdermal patch; provides continuous dopamine stimulation. |
Requip Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
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| Nausea | Sudden sleep onset |
| Dizziness | Hallucinations |
| Drowsiness | Compulsive behaviors (gambling, sexual urges, shopping, eating) |
| Headache | Orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure upon standing) |
| Lightheadedness | Swelling in legs and feet |
| Vomiting | Dyskinesia (involuntary muscle movements – Parkinson’s) |
Requip Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
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| Parkinson’s Disease (Immediate Release) | 0.25 mg three times daily | Individualized; typically 1-4 mg three times daily | Titrate slowly based on response and tolerability. |
| Parkinson’s Disease (Extended Release) | 2 mg once daily | Individualized; typically 8-12 mg once daily | Titrate slowly based on response and tolerability. |
| Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) | 0.25 mg once daily | 0.5-4 mg once daily | Take 1-3 hours before bedtime. |
Requip Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
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| With Insurance | $20 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $140 |
| From CPS | $16 |
