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Pramipex 0.125 Tablet is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome (an urge to move the legs usually accompanied or caused by uncomfortable and unpleasant leg sensations). It helps to treat excessive shaking by slowing down the body movements.

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General Information

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Pramipexole (0.125mg)

Marketer

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Pramipex 0.125 Tablet can be taken with or without 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.

Before you start Pramipex 0.125 Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions. Inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking, as some medicines may interact with Pramipex 0.125 Tablet. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Pramipex 0.125 Tablet to ensure safety.

Uses of Pramipex Tablet

Benefits of Pramipex Tablet

Parkinson's disease
Pramipex 0.125 Tablet is used to help manage symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and slowed movement in Parkinson’s disease, supporting better mobility and daily functioning.

Restless leg syndrome
In rest leg syndrome, Pramipex 0.125 Tablet helps relieve the uncomfortable urge to move the legs, especially at night, leading to improved sleep quality and overall comfort.

Side effects of Pramipex Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Pramipex

Dizziness
Sleepiness
Nausea
Fatigue
Hallucination
Constipation
Weakness
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Headache

How to use Pramipex Tablet

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 0.125 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Pramipex Tablet works

Pramipex 0.125 Tablet works by mimicking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Pramipex 0.125 Tablet to treat your symptoms of Parkinson's disease and/or restless leg syndrome.
It can be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may reduce nausea.
For restless leg syndrome, take this medicine 2 to 3 hours before bedtime.
Avoid activities that require you to be alert, such as driving a car until you know how this medication affects you.
When you first start taking Pramipex 0.125 Tablet, it may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure when you change positions. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
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.
You have been prescribed Pramipex 0.125 Tablet to treat your symptoms of Parkinson's disease and/or restless leg syndrome.
It can be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may reduce nausea.
Inform your doctor if you develop compulsive behaviors that are hard to control, such as binge eating, gambling, spending money, and sexual urges.
Avoid activities that require you to be alert, such as driving a car until you know how this medication affects you.
When you first start taking Pramipex 0.125 Tablet, it may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure when you change positions. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Talk to your doctor in case you develop hallucinations or other changes in your behavior.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
For restless leg syndrome, take this medicine 2 to 3 hours before bedtime.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Pramipex 0.125 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Pramipex 0.125 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Pramipex 0.125 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Pramipex 0.125 Tablet suppresses serum prolactin and may interfere with breastfeeding.

Driving

UNSAFE

Pramipex 0.125 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Pramipex 0.125 Tablet can cause hallucinations (seeing, hearing or feeling things that are not there). This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Pramipex 0.125 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Pramipex 0.125 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Pramipex with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Ziprasidone (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor, they may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Ziprasidone may reduce efficacy of Pramipexole.

Moderate

Loxapine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor, they may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Loxapine may block the action of Pramipexole.

Moderate

Amisulpride (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor, they may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Amisulpride may block the action of Pramipexole.

Moderate

Amisulpride (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor, they may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Amisulpride may block the action of Pramipexole.

Moderate

Chlorpromazine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor, they may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Chlorpromazine may block the action of Pramipexole.

Frequently asked questions

Does Pramipex 0.125 Tablet cause weight gain?

A common side effect of Pramipex 0.125 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.

Does Pramipex 0.125 Tablet make you sleepy?

Yes, Pramipex 0.125 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.

How does Pramipex 0.125 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. Pramipex 0.125 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.

Is Pramipex 0.125 Tablet a muscle relaxant?

No, Pramipex 0.125 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.

Can I stop taking Pramipex 0.125 Tablet if my symptoms of Parkinson’s disease have improved?

You should not stop Pramipex 0.125 Tablet without talking to your doctor. Sudden discontinuation of Pramipex 0.125 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.

How should Pramipex 0.125 Tablet be taken?

You should take Pramipex 0.125 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.

What are the serious side effects of Pramipex 0.125 Tablet?

The serious side effects of Pramipex 0.125 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.

What are impulse control disorders caused by Pramipex 0.125 Tablet?

Pramipex 0.125 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. Pramipex 0.125 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Aralkylamines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Dopamine Agonists

References

Aminoff MJ. Pharmacologic Management of Parkinsonism & Other Movement Disorders. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 475-76.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1140-41.
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User feedback

Patients taking Pramipex 0.125 Tablet

Twice A Day

40%

Once A Day

40%

Four Times A Day

20%

What are you using Pramipex Tablet for?

Restless leg syndrome

54%

Parkinson's disease

32%

Others

14%

How much was the improvement?

Average

47%

Excellent

26%

Poor

26%

What were the side-effects while using Pramipex 0.125 Tablet?

No Side Effect

31%

Sleepiness

31%

Dizziness

12%

Dryness in mouth

12%

Fatigue

How do you take Pramipex Tablet?

With food

64%

With or without food

36%

Please rate Pramipex 0.125 Tablet on price

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Average

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Expensive

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Marketer details

Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Khasra No. 1335-1340,Near EPIP- I, Vill - Bhatoli Kalan ,Baddi, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, 173205 || Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135

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Country of origin: India
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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Pramipex Tablet

Benefits of Pramipex Tablet

Side effects of Pramipex Tablet

How to use Pramipex Tablet

How Pramipex Tablet works

All substitutes for Pramipex 0.125 Tablet

Pramirol 0.125 Tablet

Pexopram 0.125mg Tablet

Mirator 0.125 Tablet

Prexol 0.125mg Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Ziprasidone (Oral Route)

Loxapine (Oral Route)

Amisulpride (Oral Route)

Amisulpride (Injection Route)

Chlorpromazine (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Does Pramipex 0.125 Tablet cause weight gain?

Does Pramipex 0.125 Tablet make you sleepy?

How does Pramipex 0.125 Tablet work for restless legs?

Is Pramipex 0.125 Tablet a muscle relaxant?

Can I stop taking Pramipex 0.125 Tablet if my symptoms of Parkinson’s disease have improved?

How should Pramipex 0.125 Tablet be taken?

What are the serious side effects of Pramipex 0.125 Tablet?

What are impulse control disorders caused by Pramipex 0.125 Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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