Driving impairment
This medicine may affect your ability to drive or use machines.
Leaflet NEUPRO 1mg / 24h transdermal patch
- Product code:
- W61546001
- Quantity:
- 7
- Indicated for:
- Parkinson's disease
- Route of administration:
- transdermal
- Substance:
- rotigotine (antiparkinsonian agent)
- ATC
- N04BC09 — Nervous system | Dopaminergic agents | Dopamine agonists
Precautions:
Dizziness / vertigo
This medicine may cause dizziness or vertigo.
Hypotension / fall risk
May lower blood pressure and increase the risk of falls.
Drowsiness / sedation
This medicine may cause drowsiness or reduced alertness.
Rotigotine is a medication used to treat Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome. This medicine helps relieve motor symptoms such as tremor, stiffness, and movement difficulties by stimulating dopamine receptors in the brain. Rotigotine contributes to improving the quality of life for patients with these neurological conditions.
Rotigotine is usually administered as a transdermal patch, applied to the skin once a day. The dose is adjusted by the doctor based on the patient's response and the severity of symptoms. It is important to follow the application instructions and not to stop the treatment without your doctor's approval.
Side effects of rotigotine may include skin reactions, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, or insomnia. In rare cases, more serious reactions may occur, such as behavioral disorders or hallucinations. If you notice any unusual symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
Rotigotine is a modern medicine that provides an effective option for controlling the symptoms of Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome. Regular monitoring and communication with your doctor are essential for the safety and effectiveness of the treatment. Inform your doctor about any other medications or supplements you are taking.
General data about NEUPRO 1mg / 24h
- Substance:
- rotigotine
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-07-2015
- Product code:
- W61546001
- Concentration:
- 1mg / 24h
- Pharmaceutical form:
- transdermal patch
- Quantity:
- 7
- Product type:
- Original
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Concentrations available for rotigotine
- 1mg/24h
- 2mg/24h
- 3mg/24h
- 4mg/24h
- 6mg/24h
- 8mg/24h