What is Requip XL used for?
Requip XL tablets are a brand name medication which contains the active ingredient ropinirole in an extended release formulation. It is classified as a dopamine agonist. Requip XL is used by patients with advanced Parkinson's disease is caused by reduced levels of the chemical dopamine in the brain. Requip XL works to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease by increasing the levels of dopamine in the brain. Requip XL helps to reduce the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease such as tremors, stiffness, muscle spasms, and poor muscle control. It can also treat restless legs syndrome (RLS)
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How to use Requip XL?
Always read and understand the medication guide provided with the product before you begin taking Requip XL. When you buy Requip XL online from Your Canada Drug Store, we always send the products in the manufacturer’s packaging.
Requip XL is an extended release tablet that is taken once daily. Take Requip XL at the same time every day. It can be taken with or without food. Daily doses should be taken whole. Do not chew or crush the tablet as this can affect how the drug works and can increase side effects.
It can take weeks for you to see the benefits of taking Requip XL. Continue to take it as told by your doctor or pharmacist. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause withdrawal symptoms and adverse reactions. Do not stop taking Requip XL unless told to do so by your doctor. If you do need to stop treatment, your doctor will provide a dose reduction plan.
Requip XL drug interactions
The following drugs are known to interact with Requip XL. This is not an exhaustive list of all possible drug interactions. It is important to disclose all your current medications, (including prescription medications and herbal products) with your doctor to prevent allergic reactions or adverse interactions. They may have to determine if the interaction is worth the benefit of using both drugs or if your therapeutic plan needs to be changed.
- Haloperidol
- Kava
- Warfarin
- Ciprofloxacin
- Sulpiride
- Metoclopramide
What are side effects of Requip XL?
Requip XL has known side effects. This is not a complete list and includes frequently reported adverse events. If you experience any signs and symptoms of serious side effects when taking this, talk to your doctor or seek emergency care.
Report side effects to your doctor. If you find them unmanageable call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. We also have a pharmacist that can provide counselling when you buy Requip XL online.
- acid or sour stomach
- twisting, twitching, or other unusual body movements
- increased sweating
- fainting
- joint pain
- increased sexual urges
- increased coughing
- pain
- sneezing
- fever
- difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
- cold sweats
- back pain
- chest pain
- loss of memory
- seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there (hallucinations)
- yawning
- Abdominal or stomach pain
- Confusion
- belching
- increase in unusual body movements, especially of the face or mouth
- Agitation
- general feeling of discomfort or illness
- high or low blood pressure
- double vision or other eye or vision problems
- pain in the arms or legs
- dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
- buzzing or ringing in the ears
- decrease in sexual desire or performance
- worsening of parkinson's
- pounding in the ears
- tingling, numbness, or prickly feelings
- loss of appetite
- muscle cramps, pain, or spasms
- irregular or pounding heartbeat
- unusual tiredness or weakness
- flushing
- trouble with swallowing
- tightness in chest
- unusual weight gain or loss
- burning, pain, or difficulty in urinating
- sore throat
- drowsiness
- tingling of the hands or feet
- chills
- indigestion
- hot flashes
- runny nose
- sensation of spinning
- tremor
- vomiting
- rapid weight gain
- grogginess
- fear or nervousness
- blood in the urine
- swelling of the legs
- nightmares
- nausea
- mental depression
- changes in vision
- falling
- cough
- dryness of mouth
- loss of bladder control
- weight loss
- bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
- lack or loss of strength
- slow or fast heartbeat
- sweating
- Abnormal dreams
- daytime sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
- heartburn or gas
- trouble in concentrating
- troubled breathing
- feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
- headache
- Anxiety
- blurred vision
- nasal congestion
- orthostatic hypotension
- abdominal pain, discomfort
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