Requip XL is a drug prescribed to treat Parkinson's disease by stimulating certain receptors in the brain. This eMedTV article provides an overview of Requip XL, including information on how this drug works, possible side effects, dosing tips, and more.
Some of the most common Requip XL side effects include nausea, drowsiness, and dizziness. This eMedTV Web page lists other side effects reported with this medication, including serious side effects that may require immediate medical attention.
As a dopamine agonist, Requip XL is used for treating symptoms of Parkinson's disease. This eMedTV page further discusses Requip XL uses, including possible off-label uses to treat conditions such as fibromyalgia and tremors not due to Parkinson's.
The recommended starting Requip XL dosage is 2 mg once daily. This selection from the eMedTV Web library discusses the factors that may affect your dosage and also provides some tips on when and how to safely take this Parkinson's medication.
Requip XL can interact with several medicines, perhaps increasing the risk of side effects or other problems. This eMedTV Web page provides a list of several Requip XL drug interactions and describes the complications these interactions may cause.
You should review Requip XL warnings and precautions before taking the drug to help minimize possible risks. This eMedTV Web segment offers several precautions with Requip XL to be aware of, including information on who should not take the medication.
You should seek immediate medical care if you believe you have overdosed on Requip XL (ropinirole XL). This eMedTV resource discusses the factors that may affect a Requip XL overdose and describes possible treatment options that are available.
Animal studies suggest that Requip XL (ropinirole XL) may not be safe for use during pregnancy. This eMedTV page contains more information on Requip XL and pregnancy, and describes the problems that occurred when the drug was given to pregnant rats.
As this eMedTV Web resource explains, the manufacturer of Requip XL (ropinirole) does not recommend that women take this drug while breastfeeding. This article also explains what to do if you are taking Requip XL and breastfeeding at the same time.
No generic Requip XL (ropinirole XL) products are currently licensed for sale. This eMedTV Web article offers information on when a generic version of the medication may become available and explains the difference between Requip XL and ropinirole XL.
