Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Tablets (Pramipex) - Product Information
Pramipex tablets, also known as Pramipexole Dihydrochloride generic are medications which mimic the actions of dopamine neurotransmitter in the brain. Pramipex tablets contain Pramipexole Dihydrochloride as the active ingredient. Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets belongs to the class of drugs called dopamine agonists.
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets are beneficial for the treatment of the characteristic symptoms of Parkinson's disease such as stiffness, tremors, muscle spasms, and poor muscle control.
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets are known to mimic the effects of dopamine neurotransmitter in Parkinson's patients, who have low levels of dopamine activity. Treatment with Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets is also recommended in patients who are suffering from restless legs syndrome (RLS).
In our online pharmacy, Pramipex tablets are available in the strength of 0.5 mg of Pramipexole Dihydrochloride.
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Name of the Drug
Pramipex tablets. Pramipex tablets are also available under different brand names such as Parpex. Pramipex tablets are also known as Generic Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets. .
Manufacturer of Pramipex Tablets
Pramipex tablets, available in our online pharmacy are manufactured by Sun Pharmaceuticals.
Website: www.sunpharma.com
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient
The active ingredient present in Pramipex tablets is Pramipexole Dihydrochloride. Each Pramipex tablet contains 0.5 mg of Pramipexole Dihydrochloride.
The inactive ingredients present in Generic Pramipexole Dihydrochloride pills are colloidal silicon dioxide, copovidone, cornstarch, magnesium stearate, and microcrystalline cellulose.
Pramipex Indications – What is Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Used For?
Pramipex tablets, manufactured by Sun Pharmaceuticals, in strengths of 0.5 mg, are commonly used as oral therapy for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets belongs to the class of drugs called dopamine agonists.
Pramipex tablets are known to mimic the effects of the naturally-occurring Dopamine neurotransmitter in the brain. Parkinson's patients are known to have low levels of dopamine activity in the brain.
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets are used for the effective treatment of the characteristic symptoms of Parkinson's disease such as stiffness, tremors, muscle spasms, and poor muscle control. Pramipex tablets is also used to treat moderate to severe restless legs syndrome (RLS).
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Dosage - How to Take Pramipex Tablets?
Generic Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets should be administered exactly as suggested by your doctor. Your doctor may recommend a dosage of Pramipexole tablets depending on your age, medical requirement, body weight, other medical conditions, and current medications. Pramipexole tablets should be swallowed with a glass of water. Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets should be administered either before or preferably after a meal to avoid gastrointestinal problems.
You doctor may alter the dosage and the number of times you should take Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets depending on your response to treatment and the severity of your medical condition.
You should be systematic about the daily schedule for the medication such that you take Pramipexole tablets at the same time every day, to get the maximum benefit of the medication. Continue taking Pramipexole tablets for the recommended treatment period and do not stop the treatment suddenly even if you feel that your symptoms have cleared. The dosage of Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets should be gradually decreased otherwise it will result in unpleasant withdrawal symptoms.
The recommended dosage for the treatment of Parkinson's disease is 0.375 mg per day which may divided into three doses during the day. The initial dosage in Parkinson's patients may be gradually increased after a gap of 5 to 7 days. The maximum recommended daily dosage is 4.5 mg, which can be administered as multiple doses every 8 hours.
For patients taking Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets for the treatment of restless legs syndrome (RLS), the recommended daily starting dose is 0.125 mg. The dosage of Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets in these patients should be administered 2 to 3 hours before bedtime. The initial dosage in Parkinson's patients may be gradually increased after a gap of 4 to 7 days.
The maximum recommended daily dosage is 0.5 mg, which can be administered 2 to 3 hours before bedtime. The treatment period with Pramipexole tablets should be maintained at 12 weeks. In case of an overdose with Pramipexole tablets, please seek emergency help immediately.
Please consult your doctor for exact dosing instructions. Pramipex tablets (Generic Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets) should be administered in the dose prescribed by the doctor and for the duration recommended by the doctor.
Missed Dose
If you miss your regular dose of Pramipexole tablets, take it as soon as you remember. You can continue your regular schedule the next day.
If you remember the missed Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets the next day, take your regular dose and skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to compensate the missed dose of Pramipexole tablets.
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Mechanism of Action – How Does Pramipex Work?
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride is a medication used for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome (LS). Pramipexole tablets belongs to the class of drugs known as dopamine agonists. Patients using Generic Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets for treatment experience a marked improvement in daily activities involving muscle control and movement in a period of 2 to 3 after treatment weeks due to the balance of the naturally-occurring neurotransmitter in the brain called dopamine.
Pramipexole tablets exert its mechanism of action in treating Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome (RLS) by stimulating the dopamine receptors present in the brain. However, the exact mechanism of action of Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets in treating Parkinson's disease restless legs syndrome (RLS) is still unknown.
Storage Instructions for Pramipex Tablets
Store Pramipexole tablets at controlled room temperature (20°C to 25°C), protected from heat, moisture, and sunlight. Excursions are permitted from 15°C to 30°C.
Retain the original packing of the medication and do not consume Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets (Pramipex) beyond its expiration date printed on the blister pack. Keep the pack of Generic Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets away from the reach of children and pets.
Do not discard Pramipexole tablets along with domestic waste or sewage. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about the correct method of disposal.
Contraindications
Pramipex tablets are contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to Pramipexole Dihydrochloride or any inactive ingredient present in Pramipex tablets.
Overdose
There is no clinical experience with massive overdosage. One patient, with a 10-year history of Schizophrenia, took 11 mg/day of pramipexole for 2 days in a clinical trial to evaluate the effect of pramipexole in schizophrenic patients. No adverse events were reported related to the increased dose.
Blood pressure remained stable although pulse rate increased to between 100 and 120 beats/minute. The patient withdrew from the study at the end of week 2 due to lack of efficacy.
Warnings and Precautions to be taken when using Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Tablets
Medical History
Before beginning the treatment with Pramipex tablets (Generic Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets), discuss your personal and family medical history with your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have narcolepsy (a sleep disorder), kidney disease, low blood pressure, dizziness or fainting when you sit or stand up, tremors (dyskinesia) or uncontrolled muscle movements.
Allergy
Please inform your doctor if you have an allergy or have had an allergic reaction in the past to Pramipexole Dihydrochloride or any inactive ingredient in Pramipex tablets (Generic Pramipexole tablets). Please tell your doctor if you have any other allergies.
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Interactions
Before beginning the oral therapy of Pramipex tablets, please tell your doctor about all your present medications including prescription drugs, over the counter medications, mineral supplements, herbal products, and vitamins. Generic Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets are known to have drug interactions with certain other medications. Please inform your doctor if you are taking amantadine (Symmetrel); cimetidine (Tagamet); diltiazem (Cardizem, Cartia, Dilacor, Tiazac); ranitidine (Zantac); quinidine (Quinaglute, Quinidex); quinine(Qualaquin); triamterene (Dyrenium); or verapamil (Calan, Covera, Isoptin). Medications such as Butyrophenones (eg, haloperidol), metoclopramide, phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine), or thioxanthenes (eg, thiothixene) may decrease the efficacy of Pramipexole. Pramipexole tablets may increase the side effects of Levodopa.
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Tablets and Alcohol
Avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol during the treatment with Generic Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets (Pramipex tablets) and consult your doctor for further information.
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Tablets - Driving and Other Activities
Pramipexole tablets may make you light-headed or impair your vision. Avoid activities such as driving, using machinery, or performing any activity that requires complete vigilance or perfect vision until you are sure about your safety.
Live Vaccinations, Surgery and Regular Medical Tests
If you plan to have live vaccinations, surgery or any dental procedure, inform your doctor, anesthetist, or dentist about your course of Pramipexole tablets. In case of an emergency medical treatment, please inform the practitioner about your course of Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets and the details of your last dose.
Side Effects of Pramipex Tablets
The following side effects have been reported during the course of treatment with Pramipex tablets (Generic Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets):
- Cardiovascular System- fast or irregular heartbeat, chest pain, low blood pressure
- Central Nervous System- extreme drowsiness, falling asleep suddenly, hallucinations, confusion, feeling light-headed, fainting, sleep problems (insomnia), unusual dreams, amnesia, forgetfulness, thinking problems, headache, change in behavior/mood/emotions, memory problems
- Gastrointestinal System- nausea, constipation, upset stomach, loss of appetite, dry mouth, trouble swallowing, diarrhea
- Genitourinary System- urinating more often than usual, impotence, loss of interest in sex, or trouble having an orgasm (erectile dysfunction), dark urine, decreased sexual ability, loss of bladder control, increased libido
- Musculoskeletal System- stiff muscles, joint pain, muscle weakness
- Hypersensitivity- hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, throat, hands, feet
- General- fever, sweating, restless muscle movements of eye/tongue/jaw/neck, blurred vision, runny or stuffy nose, weight loss, balance problems, unexplained weight gain
Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects. This is not an exhaustive list of all the potential side effects of Pramipex tablets (Generic Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets). Please contact your doctor immediately in case you develop any other medical conditions during the course of treatment with Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets.
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Tablets during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride has been classified by the US FDA as Pregnancy Category C.
here are no adequate data on the developmental risk associated with the use of Pramipexole Dihydrochloride in pregnant women. No adverse developmental effects were observed in animal studies in which pramipexole was administered to rabbits during pregnancy. The administration of Pramipexole Tablets in pregnant women is not known to cause any harm in the unborn fetus.
Pramipexole is not known to be transmitted to a baby through breastmilk. However, nursing mothers should avoid breastfeeding an infant during the course of Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets.
Pregnant women and nursing mothers who are undergoing treatment with Pramipexole tablets should consult their doctor and understand its therapeutic benefits and accompanying risks before continuing the course of treatment with Pramipexole Dihydrochloride tablets.
Do not use this medicine without your doctor's consent in case you are pregnant. Stop using this medication and inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment.
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Pramipex 0.5 mg pills, manufactured by SUN Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., India, are supplied in a blister strip of 10 tablets. The 0.5 mg pills are priced at only $0.88 per unit if you place an order for 180 tablets.
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