About ROTIGOTINE 4MG/24HR
Non-ergoline dopamine agonist
Used for
- Parkinson’s disease, alone or with other medicines
- Restless legs syndrome
Usual adult dose
Parkinson’s: start 2 mg/24 hours once daily; increase weekly as needed, up to 8 mg/24 hours early-stage or 16 mg/24 hours advanced. Restless legs: start 1 mg/24 hours; increase weekly as needed, up to 3 mg/24 hours.
Common side effects
- Skin irritation at patch site
- Nausea, dizziness, or sleepiness
- Swelling of the legs or feet
- Sudden sleep episodes or hallucinations
Important warnings
- May cause sudden sleepiness; avoid driving if affected.
- Can lower blood pressure, especially when standing.
- May cause compulsive gambling, shopping, eating, or sexual behavior.
- Rotate patch sites; avoid heating pads and excessive heat.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy information is limited; use only when the expected benefit outweighs potential risk.
Breastfeeding
May reduce milk production; breastfeeding safety is uncertain.
Interactions
- Dopamine-blocking medicines, including many antipsychotics, may reduce its effects.
- Alcohol and sedating medicines can increase sleepiness.
- Metoclopramide and similar dopamine-blocking anti-nausea medicines may reduce its effects.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.