About ROTIGOTINE 8MG/24HR
Non-ergot dopamine agonist
Used for
- Parkinson’s disease, alone or with other medicines
- Restless legs syndrome
Usual adult dose
Parkinson’s: usually start at 2 mg/24 hours; increase weekly as needed, up to 8 mg/24 hours for early disease or 16 mg/24 hours for advanced disease. Restless legs: start at 1 mg/24 hours; increase weekly, up to 3 mg/24 hours.
Common side effects
- Nausea, vomiting, or constipation
- Application-site redness or itching
- Dizziness or sleepiness
- Swelling of the legs or feet
Important warnings
- May cause sudden sleepiness or falling asleep without warning.
- Can lower blood pressure, especially when standing, and increase fall risk.
- May cause hallucinations, confusion, or compulsive behaviors.
- Remove the old patch before applying a new one; rotate application sites.
Pregnancy
Human information is limited; use during pregnancy only when clearly needed and under medical supervision.
Breastfeeding
May reduce milk production; breastfeeding is generally not recommended during treatment.
Interactions
- Dopamine-blocking medicines, including many antipsychotics, may reduce its effect.
- Sedatives and alcohol may worsen sleepiness or dizziness.
- Medicines that lower blood pressure may increase faintness or falls.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.