Neupro

The active ingredient in Neupro is rotigotine, which is a dopamine agonist. We don't fully understand how it operates. But it's thought to turn on dopamine receptors in the brain to help improve symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and restless legs syndrome such as tremors, stiffness, and uncontrollable leg movements.

Follow all directions given to you by your doctor and read all documents provided, including the full Prescribing Information, FDA-Approved Product Labeling, Instructions for Use, and Medication Guide before using Neupro. However, the following is a synopsis of the general guidelines for the use of Neupro:

• Any Instructions for Use that come with your medication should be carefully read and followed. If you have any questions about these instructions, ask your physician or pharmacist.
• Clean, dry, and hairless skin should be used to apply the patch. Don't put the patch where a tight garment or waistline will rub against it. For roughly 30 seconds, press the patch firmly into position. The patch can be left on while swimming, taking a shower, or bathing.
• After a day, take off the skin patch and apply a fresh one. Every time you apply a fresh patch, pick a different area of your body to wear it. Avoid using the same spot twice in 14 days.
• Put a fresh patch on a different area of your body and wear it for the remainder of the day if a patch comes off. The following day, at your usual hour, replace the patch. Do not apply it on an area that will be rubbed by tight clothing.
• After putting the patch on or taking it off, wash your hands with soap and water.
• Neupro skin patches should be kept out of children's and pets' reach.
• If your symptoms worsen or begin earlier in the day than usual while using Neupro for RLS, contact your doctor.
• Wearing the Neupro patch during an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) or cardioversion could cause skin burns. Before going through such a test, take off the patch.

The most common side effects of rotigotine seen in clinical trials as compared to placebo include:

• Nausea.
• Application site reaction or skin reactions.
• Uncontrolled muscle movements (dyskinesia).
• Sleepiness.
• Trouble sleeping or increased sleep disorders.
• Constipation.
• Weight gain.
• Muscle stiffness.
• Increased heart rate.
• Fluid retention.

Some individuals may experience serious side effects while using Neupro. These side effects may require immediate medical attention. If you experience any of the following, contact your healthcare provider or seek emergency medical help:

• Excessive drowsiness includes sudden episodes of sleepiness, everyday sleepiness, and falling asleep while driving or while engaging in activities.
• Changes in mental health include agitation, hallucinations, disorientation, delusions, and violence.
• Impulsive behavior includes strong desires to gamble, have sex without restraint, spend a lot of money, and binge eat.
• Severe withdrawal symptoms include fever, perspiration, tense muscles, disorientation, a fast or erratic heartbeat, and confusion.
• Hives, facial, and skin irritation or tongue swelling, and difficulty breathing are signs of a severe allergic reaction.

These are not all of the possible side effects of Neupro. You should always seek medical advice from your healthcare provider for any questions or concerns about your medical condition or treatment. Read all patient information, medication guides, or drug information sheets that come with this medication. You can also report adverse effects to the Food and Drug Administration at www.fda.gov/medwatch or 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before starting Neupro, it is crucial to discuss any existing health conditions with your healthcare provider. You should be sure that your healthcare provider is aware of all your medical conditions, including if you have:

• If you have a rotigotine allergy, you should avoid using Neupro.
• Tell your doctor if you have any of the following to ensure Neupro is safe for you.
• Sulfite allergy or asthma.
• Low blood pressure or high blood pressure.
• Heart problems.
• Kidney disease.
• Hypertension.
• Psychosis, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia.
• A sleep disorder, such as narcolepsy.
• If standing up makes you feel queasy or lightheaded.
• Parkinson's disease patients may be more susceptible to melanoma, or skin cancer. Discuss this risk and potential skin problems with your physician.
• While working, conversing, eating, or driving during the day, some Neupro users have fallen asleep. You might feel awake, but then abruptly fall asleep. If you experience any issues with daytime drowsiness or tiredness, let your doctor know.
• While using this medicine, you may have significant cravings, including unexpected urges to gamble, binge eating, or heightened sexual urges. If you think you experience any strong or odd cravings while taking Neupro, consult your doctor.
• The most prevalent side effect of Neupro is hallucinations or somnolence, which are the feeling that you are hearing or seeing something that is not there. If you experience hallucinations, contact your physician.
• Stay away from sources of heat, such as heating pads, electric blankets, heat lamps, saunas, hot tubs, heated water beds, or direct sunlight. Direct sunlight may cause your skin to change color.

Since the patch contains sodium metabisulfite, which can cause severe allergic reactions in susceptible people, the main contraindication for Neupro is a known allergy to rotigotine, the drug's active ingredient, or sensitivity to sulfites. If you have any allergies or concerns, speak with your doctor before using Neupro.

During the first week of Neupro (rotigotine) medication, you may begin to see a reduction in your symptoms. However, research indicates that the full effects may not be felt for several weeks. Follow up with your doctor frequently and take the medication as directed each day.

When Neupro is taken with other prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and supplements, it may change how they work or increase the frequency or severity of side effects. Make sure that you tell your healthcare professional about anything that you are taking to avoid any negative drug interactions, including:

• Metoclopramide.
• Neupro (rotigotine) may interact with levodopa, antihistamines, and medications used to treat seizures. Additionally, it may interact with drowsiness-inducing medications such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, and sleep aids.

The skin on your stomach, thigh, hip, side of your body, shoulder, or upper arm can be treated with a patch called Neupro (rotigotine).

Typically, the dosage is minimal at first, and your doctor will change it according to how well it relieves your symptoms and whether you can handle it without experiencing any negative side effects.

Parkinson's disease in its early stages: Two milligrams once daily is the usual first dosage. Six milligrams daily is the maximum dosage.

For advanced-stage Parkinson's disease, 4 mg once daily is usually the initial dosage. Eight milligrams per day is the maximum dosage.

One milligram once daily is the usual starting dose for restless legs syndrome. Three milligrams daily is the maximum dosage.

Remove and replace the patch as soon as you remember if you forgot to apply it on the appointed day. Until the next day's patch-changing appointment, wear the new patch. Even if you wear the new patch for fewer than twenty-four hours, don't alter your plans.

Until you are ready to use the skin patch, keep it in its sealed pouch. The pouches should be kept at room temperature, free from moisture and heat as well as keep out of reach of children.

Neupro, a transdermal patch used to treat restless legs syndrome and Parkinson's disease, is produced by UCB. Neupro was introduced in the US by UCB and Schwarz Pharma.

There are no generic versions available of Neupro.

Neupro should not be stopped abruptly since this may cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Find out from your doctor how to discontinue using this medication safely.

Talk to your doctor if you are already pregnant or if you have any plans to become pregnant. They will know or recommend what is best for you.

Talk to your doctor if you are already breastfeeding or if you have any plans to breastfeed. They will know or recommend what is best for you.