Pramirol
Pramirol Products are primarily used for
Parkinson's disease, Restless leg syndrome
About Pramirol Products
Uses of Pramirol Products
Pramipexole is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome.
Pramirol Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Pramirol are Nausea, Dizziness, Sleepiness, Weakness, Fainting, Hypotension (low blood pressure), High blood pressure.
How Pramirol Products work
Pramipexole works by increasing the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.
Patient Concerns about Pramirol Products
Frequently asked questions about Pramirol Products
Frequently asked questions about Pramipexole
Q. Does Pramirol 0.5 Tablet cause weight gain?
A common side effect of Pramirol 0.5 Tablet is decrease in body weight which may be due to decrease in appetite. Uncommonly, it can also cause increase in weight. However, if you have concerns regarding your weight talk to your doctor or a nutritionist.
Q. Does Pramirol 0.5 Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Pramirol 0.5 Tablet may cause sleepiness. You may also experience sudden episodes of falling asleep. If it occurs, restrict driving and using heavy machinery and inform your doctor.
Q. How does Pramirol 0.5 Tablet work for restless legs?
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes discomfort in the legs and a strong urge to move the legs, especially at night and when sitting or lying down. Pramirol 0.5 Tablet belongs to dopamine (neurotransmitter) agonist class of medicines. It acts by stimulating the dopamine receptors which is needed in the brain to control movement. Hence, it is used to improve RLS.
Q. Is Pramirol 0.5 Tablet a muscle relaxant?
No, Pramirol 0.5 Tablet is not a muscle relaxant. It helps in improving movements and muscle control in Parkinson’s disease. It is a dopamine agonist and acts on dopamine receptors.
Q. Can I stop taking Pramirol 0.5 Tablet if my symptoms of Parkinson’s disease have improved?
You should not stop Pramirol 0.5 Tablet without talking to your doctor. Sudden discontinuation of Pramirol 0.5 Tablet may cause neuroleptic malignant syndrome. The symptoms of malignant syndrome include loss of muscle movement, rigid muscles, fever, unstable blood pressure, increased heart rate, confusion, and depressed level of consciousness.
Q. How should Pramirol 0.5 Tablet be taken?
You should take Pramirol 0.5 Tablet as directed by your doctor. The doctor will decide your dose depending on the condition you are being treated for. Preferably it should be taken 2-3 hours before bedtime. Swallow the tablets whole with water. It can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food may help reduce the chances of nausea.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Pramirol 0.5 Tablet?
The serious side effects of Pramirol 0.5 Tablet include hallucinations (seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist), confusion, aggressive behavior, agitation, abnormal thoughts, changes in vision, abnormal body movements, and motions that you cannot control. It may also cause changes in the way you sit or stand that you cannot control, such as your neck bending forward, bending forward at the waist, or tilting sideways when you sit, stand or walk. Additionally, it may cause dark, red or cola-colored urine, muscle tenderness, muscle stiffness or aching and muscle weakness. Call your doctor immediately if you experience any of these.
Q. What are impulse control disorders caused by Pramirol 0.5 Tablet?
Pramirol 0.5 Tablet may cause impulse control disorders in which you may have cravings or urge to behave in an unusual manner, which normally you would not do. Pramirol 0.5 Tablet may also make it hard for you to resist the impulse to carry certain activities which can harm you or others, like addictive gambling, excessive eating or spending money. Along with that, it may cause an abnormally high sex drive or preoccupation with an increase in sexual thoughts or feelings.
Products for Pramirol
Pramirol 0.5 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹202
Pramirol SR 1.05 Tablet
strip of 10 Tablet pr
MRP
₹361.5
Pramirol SR 0.52 Tablet
strip of 10 Tablet pr
MRP
₹225.5
Pramirol 0.25 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹121
Pramirol SR 3.15 Tablet
strip of 10 Tablet pr
MRP
₹675