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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Ropark 0.25 Tablet is used to treat Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome symptoms. It contains Ropinirole, which acts by restoring the balance of dopamine (sends nerve messages from your brain to your muscles) in the brain, which helps improve movement symptoms related to low dopamine levels in the body, such as Parkinson's and restless legs syndrome. It may cause some common side effects such as feeling tired and weak, stomach pain, heartburn, feeling sick or sick, and feeling anxious or nervous. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

ROPINIROLE-0.25MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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About Ropark 0.25 Tablet

Ropark 0.25 Tablet is used to treat Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome symptoms. Parkinson's disease is a medical disorder in which brain regions gradually weaken over time. Restless Legs Syndrome is a nervous or neural system disorder that increases the urge to move the legs.

Ropark 0.25 Tablet contains Ropinirole, a dopamine agonist. Dopamine is an important neurotransmitter and hormone which sends nerve messages from your brain to your muscles. Ropark 0.25 Tablet acts by restoring the balance of dopamine in the brain, which helps improve movement symptoms related to low dopamine levels in the body, such as Parkinson's and restless legs syndrome.

Ropark 0.25 Tablet should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Some common side effects of Ropark 0.25 Tablet may include feeling tired and weak, stomach pain, heartburn, feeling sick or sick, and feeling anxious or nervous. Most of these side effects do not require medical care and slowly resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before taking the Ropark 0.25 Tablet , inform your doctor of all your medical problems, sensitivities, and ongoing medicines. Notify your doctor if you have ever had an allergic response to Ropinirole or any other medicine or if you have kidney or liver illness, a major heart condition, blood pressure difficulties, or psychosis. Ropark 0.25 Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding unless clearly necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or a nursing mother. Your healthcare provider will weigh the benefits and possible risks before prescribing Ropark 0.25 Tablet . Limit or reduce alcohol consumption while taking this medicine; alcohol makes you sleepy or tired. Do not drive or operate machinery as Ropark 0.25 Tablet may cause a reduction in mental awareness.

Uses of Ropark 0.25 Tablet

Treatment of Parkinson's disease, restless legs syndrome.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Ropinirole belongs to a class of medicines called dopamine agonists. Dopamine is a vital neurotransmitter and hormone which sends nerve messages from your brain to your muscles. Ropark 0.25 Tablet acts by restoring the balance of dopamine in the brain, which helps improve movement symptoms related to low dopamine levels in the body, such as Parkinson's and restless legs syndrome.

How Ropark 0.25 Tablet Works

Ropark 0.25 Tablet contains Ropinirole, a dopamine agonist. Dopamine is an important neurotransmitter and hormone which sends nerve messages from your brain to your muscles. Ropark 0.25 Tablet acts by restoring the balance of dopamine in the brain, which helps improve movement symptoms related to low dopamine levels in the body, such as Parkinson's and restless legs syndrome.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Ropark 0.25 Tablet
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
  • Uncontrolled and involuntary movements need immediate medical attention.
  • Observe your movements and try to understand and control the particular movement.
  • Regularly do strengthening exercises to improve blood flow throughout the body and avoid involuntary movements.
  • Implement massage techniques to enhance blood flow to organs.
  • Take a balanced diet and quit smoking.
  • Practice yoga and meditation to improve thought processes and reduce uncontrolled and involuntary movements.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Hallucination is a major psychotic disorder that needs immediate medical attention.
  • Acknowledge your experience and put effort to control hallucinations. You can share what is being seen with a therapist to know whether they are real or imaginary.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake as it can worsen the condition and increase your imagination.
  • Practice meditation and yoga to avoid anxiety, which can be one of the leading causes of hallucinations.
  • Talk to your dietician and consume food that can improve your mental health.

What if I have taken an overdose of Ropark 0.25 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Ropark 0.25 Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include fainting, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, hallucinations, nightmares, sweating, confusion, chest pain, fast/irregular/pounding heartbeat, weakness or cough. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Patients treated with Ropark 0.25 Tablet have reported falling sleepy while doing daily activities, so avoid driving or operating machinery that needs clear attention. Tell your doctor if you have high or low blood pressure, hepatic or renal impairment, heart alignments, psychosis, or neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Persons dealing with Parkinson's disease are at increased risk of skin cancer so use sun protection before going under the sun. A pregnant or breastfeeding lady should not take a Ropark 0.25 Tablet without first consulting the doctor. Don't stop taking Ropark 0.25 Tablet all of a sudden. You may experience severe withdrawal symptoms such as mood swings, fatigue, sweating, and pain. If you need to quit taking it, please consult the doctor; your doctor will gradually reduce the dose.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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RopiniroleClozapine
Critical
RopiniroleOlanzapine
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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RopiniroleClozapine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ropark 0.25 Tablet:
When Ropark 0.25 Tablet is taken with Clozapine, it may not work as well.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ropark 0.25 Tablet with Clozapine is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, low blood pressure, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
RopiniroleOlanzapine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ropark 0.25 Tablet:
When Ropark 0.25 Tablet is taken with Olanzapine, it may reduce the effectiveness of Ropark 0.25 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ropark 0.25 Tablet with Olanzapine is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, low blood pressure, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
RopinirolePromethazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ropark 0.25 Tablet:
When Ropark 0.25 Tablet is taken with Promethazine, it may reduce the effectiveness of Ropark 0.25 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ropark 0.25 Tablet with Promethazine is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
RopiniroleLoxapine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ropark 0.25 Tablet:
When Ropark 0.25 Tablet is used with Loxapine, may reduce the effects of Ropark 0.25 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ropark 0.25 Tablet with Loxapine is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, low blood pressure, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
RopiniroleEsketamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ropark 0.25 Tablet:
Taking Esketamine with Ropark 0.25 Tablet may increase the severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ropark 0.25 Tablet with Esketamine together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, lack of coordination and dizziness. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
RopiniroleSodium oxybate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ropark 0.25 Tablet:
Taking Sodium oxybate together with Ropark 0.25 Tablet may increase risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Ropark 0.25 Tablet and Sodium oxybate, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, lack of coordination and dizziness. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
RopiniroleAmisulpride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ropark 0.25 Tablet:
When amisulpride is taken in combination with Ropark 0.25 Tablet, the effects of both the medications can be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking amisulpride along with Ropark 0.25 Tablet can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience drowsiness, low blood pressure, dizziness, and lightheadedness contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Lifestyle modifications such as stopping smoking, getting more sleep, and exercising will usually improve your medical condition.

  • Staying physically and mentally healthy is essential if you have Parkinson's disease, so it's crucial to take all reasonable steps to maintain your physical and mental health.

  • Regular exercise is especially important since it helps ease muscle stiffness, boosts mood, and reduces stress.

  • Relaxation exercises, leg massages, or a hot bath in the evening help improve your medical condition.

  • To give your body the vital nutrients it requires to stay healthy, choose and consume a balanced diet that contains foods from all food groups.

  • Some persons dealing with Parkinson's disease experience constipation due to a slowdown of metabolism; hence include food rich in fibre like fresh vegetables and fruits, cereals and whole grains.

  • Limit or avoid the consumption of alcoholic beverages.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPARKINSON AGENTS

Ropark 0.25 Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

Limit or reduce alcohol consumption while on treatment with Ropark 0.25 Tablet ; alcohol consumption makes you sleepy or tired.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Ropark 0.25 Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless clearly necessary. So, if you are pregnant or suspect pregnancy, inform the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and possible risks before prescribing Ropark 0.25 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Ropark 0.25 Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding unless clearly necessary. So, if you are breastfeeding, inform the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and possible risks before prescribing Ropark 0.25 Tablet .

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Driving

Unsafe

Ropark 0.25 Tablet may cause a reduction in mental awareness; hence, avoid driving or operating heavy machines after taking this medicine.

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Liver

Caution

If you have liver problems or a history of liver conditions/diseases, inform your doctor before receiving the Ropark 0.25 Tablet . Your doctor may adjust the dose of Ropark 0.25 Tablet depending on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have kidney problems or a history of kidney conditions/diseases, inform your doctor before receiving the Ropark 0.25 Tablet . Your doctor may adjust the dose of Ropark 0.25 Tablet depending on your condition.

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Children

Unsafe

The use of Ropark 0.25 Tablet is not allowed in children younger than 18 years.

Have a query?

FAQs

Ropark 0.25 Tablet is used to treat Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome symptoms.

Ropark 0.25 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as dopamine agonists. Dopamine is an important neurotransmitter and hormone which sends nerve messages from your brain to your muscles. Ropark 0.25 Tablet acts by restoring the balance of dopamine in the brain, which helps improve movement symptoms related to low dopamine levels in the body, such as Parkinson's and restless legs syndrome.

No, you should not stop taking Ropark 0.25 Tablet on your own since you may feel anxiety, depression, loss of interest, fatigue, sweating, and severe leg discomfort. The dose should be gradually lowered. If you want to quit, consult your doctor.

Yes, if used in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor, Ropark 0.25 Tablet is safe. It is a medication that is well tolerated.

You should continue using Ropark 0.25 Tablet till the time suggested by the doctor as this drug may take up to several weeks to show its action, so keep using the medicine.

There is no cure for Parkinson's disease at the moment; however, treatments like Ropark 0.25 Tablet can help eliminate symptoms and maintain your quality of life.

When you stand up from a sitting or lying down position, Ropark 0.25 Tablet may cause dizziness. So, try slowly rising or sitting down until you feel better. If you are still dizzy, lie down to avoid fainting, then sit up for a few minutes until you feel normal again.

Ropark 0.25 Tablet can disrupt the normal digestion process and stimulate the vomiting centre in the brain. Therefore, Ropark 0.25 Tablet may cause nausea and vomiting as a side effect. Eat bland foods, drink enough fluids, avoid strong smells, and rest properly if you experience nausea or vomiting. Consult the doctor if the condition persists or worsens.

Take Ropark 0.25 Tablet precisely as prescribed by your doctor. To ensure effective treatment, follow your doctor's instructions regarding the best time of day to take Ropark 0.25 Tablet . This may depend on your daily routine, other medications you're taking, and your medical condition. Be sure to ask your doctor if you have any questions or concerns about when to take Ropark 0.25 Tablet .

Ropark 0.25 Tablet may cause itching. It is a serious side effect; therefore, seek medical attention if you notice itching, rash, hives, or allergic reactions.

Consult the doctor if you notice compulsive symptoms, intense urges or behaviours like uncontrolled gambling, urge to eat, shop, gamble or have sex, and uncontrollable behaviour.

You may start to feel better after your first dose of Ropark 0.25 Tablet , but it can take up to a week to experience the full effect. If you don't notice improvement after taking it for 2 to 3 weeks, it's important to consult your specialist. They can evaluate your response to the medication and decide if any changes are necessary.

Do not take gabapentin with Ropark 0.25 Tablet unless it is prescribed by your doctor as it may increase side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, or difficulty concentrating. Older adults may also experience issues with thinking or coordination. If your doctor prescribes both the medications, be sure to follow their instructions.

Ropark 0.25 Tablet is not intended to be used for pain. Ropark 0.25 Tablet is intended to treat restless legs syndrome and Parkinson’s disease symptoms.

Ropark 0.25 Tablet should be taken as prescribed by the doctor based on your condition. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

The common side effects of Ropark 0.25 Tablet may include feeling tired and weak, stomach pain, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, or nervousness. Most of these side effects do not require medical care and slowly resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jan 1, 2025 | 2:49 PM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/ropinirole/
  2. https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/ropinirole-index.html?filter=3
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