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Side effect(s) of Rotigotine


Review the side-effects of Rotigotine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   ENT
- Ringing in the ear.

   Gastrointestinal
- Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, indigestion.

   General
- Fatigue, swelling in the extremities, upper respiratory tract infection, sinusitis.

   Musculoskeletal
- Muscle spasms.

   Central Nervous System
- Dizziness, drowsiness, lethargy, balance disorder, sleeplessness, abnormal dreams, depression.

   Genitourinary
- Erectile dysfunction.

   Respiratory
- Throat pain, hiccups.

   Skin
- Redness, itching, excessive sweating.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Rotigotine

Rotigotine(Neupro) generic is a non-ergoline dopamine agonist, prescribed for Parkinson's disease (PD) and restless legs syndrome (RLS). It works by acting in place of dopamine, a natural substance produced in the brain that is needed to control movement.


Brand Names or Trade Names of Rotigotine

International :


Neupro
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