Role

Composition for Role Products

Role Products are primarily used for

Parkinson's disease, Restless leg syndrome

About Role Products

Uses of Role Products

Ropinirole is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome.

Role Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Role are Dizziness, Fainting, Sleepiness, Weakness, Hypotension (low blood pressure), High blood pressure.

How Role Products work

Ropinirole works by increasing the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.

Patient Concerns about Role Products

Frequently asked questions about Role Products

Frequently asked questions about Ropinirole

Q. What are the warning symptoms that should prompt me to discontinue therapy?
You may develop several warning symptoms that would suggest that the treatment needs to be discontinued. You may develop compulsive behavior such as gambling, increase in sex drive, compulsive shopping and eating. You may notice that your symptoms are getting worse (start earlier than usual or are more intense, affect other parts of the body, such as the arms, and symptoms return early in morning). If you notice these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately.
Q. How long does Role 0.5mg Tablet take to work?
You may be able to see improvement within a week. However, it may take longer and differs from individual to individual.
Q. Can I stop taking Role 0.5mg Tablet if I do not see any improvement in my symptoms?
No, you should not stop taking Role 0.5mg Tablet on your own as you may experience anxiety, depression, lack of interest, tiredness, sweating and severe pain in the leg. The dose should be reduced slowly. In some patients, it may take longer to see improvement but not beyond 12 weeks. Talk to your doctor if you want to stop it.
Q. Can I take gabapentin and Role 0.5mg Tablet together?
Yes, you can take gabapentin and Role 0.5mg Tablet together. However, be careful as taking these two medicines together may cause excessive drowsiness, dizziness and decrease your mental alertness. So, you may have to avoid driving, operating machinery or working at heights while taking the two medicines together.
Q. Is Role 0.5mg Tablet used for pain?
No, Role 0.5mg Tablet is not used to relieve pain. It acts by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger (dopamine) in the brain, which is deficient in case of restless leg syndrome. This, in turn, relieves the discomfort and reduces the involuntary limb movements that disrupt night-time sleep.
Q. How often can I take Role 0.5mg Tablet?
For restless leg syndrome, take Role 0.5mg Tablet once a day. It is usually taken just before bedtime, but you can take it up to 3 hours before going to bed. For Parkinson’s disease, it is usually taken three times a day.
Q. Is Role 0.5mg Tablet safe?
Yes, Role 0.5mg Tablet is safe if taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It is a well-tolerated medicine. The common side effects of Role 0.5mg Tablet are nausea, dizziness, headache, and sleepiness which are typically worse during the first two weeks of treatment and may require dose reduction but rarely discontinuation of drug.

Products for Role

Role 0.5mg Tablet
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MRP
43
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Role 0.25mg Tablet
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MRP
27.5
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Role 1mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
75
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Role 2mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
140
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