Medication Information Leaflet
Ropinirole can be used alone or in combination with other medications (such as Levodopa-containing products) in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the nervous system that makes body movement harder over time. This medication helps to improve muscle control and allows more normal body movements.
Ropinirole can be also used in the treatment of restless leg syndrome. Restless leg syndrome causes an uncomfortable sensation in the legs. This makes a person unable to resist moving them during periods of rest or inactivity such as sitting or lying down.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Then take your next dose at the usual time. Do not take two doses to make up for the missed dose.
Inform your healthcare professional if:
The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following:
Some rare but serious side effects includes:
If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your healthcare professional immediately
You should avoid taking alcohol when on Ropinirole as it may cause drowsiness.
The following medication may affect the efficacy of Ropinirole. Discuss with your healthcare professional regarding alternative medication:
Store in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep this medication away from children.
Pack this medication into a black trash bag and seal it tightly before throwing it into the rubbish chute or bin.
Please take note that the above is not a complete list of all possible side effects. If you have any concerns about your medication or if you have other side effects that you think are caused by this medication, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
If you take more than the recommended dose, please seek medical advice immediately. The information provided on this page does not replace information from your healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional for more information.
This article is jointly developed by members of the National Medication Information workgroup. The workgroup consists of cluster partners (National Healthcare Group, National University Health System and SingHealth), community pharmacies (Guardian, Unity and Watsons) and Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore. The content does not reflect drug availability and supply information in pharmacies and healthcare institutions. You are advised to check with the respective institutions for such information.
Last updated on Mar 2023
This article was last reviewed on Tuesday, August 01, 2023