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Description
What is Mirapex used for?
Mirapex is prescribed to treat restless legs syndrome Restless leg syndrome, which is a condition that is characterized by unpleasant sensations in your legs that promote an overwhelming urge to move them. It is also used to treat symptoms of Parkinson’s disease which can include tremors, stiffness, and difficulty walking. Mirapex can help reduce symptoms so that you can carry on with your daily activities.
You can buy the Mirapex generic, called Pramipexole online at My Drug Center. We currently do not have the Mirapex brand available for purchase.
How does Mirapex work?
Mirapex is an oral tablet that contains the active ingredient Pramipexole, which belongs to the class of drugs called dopamine agonists. In the brain, dopamine acts as a neurotransmitter, which helps nerves communicate. The Pramipexole dosage in this medication improves movement in restless leg syndrome and helps relax tremors in Parkinson’s disease.
Directions
Before taking Mirapex (Pramipexole), read all the instructions and paper work that given to you by your pharmacist. Make sure you take the medication at the same time each day to create a routine for yourself and to ensure an even spread of the Pramipexole dosage in your system. It should be taken on a regular basis to have optimal results. The dose of Mirapex (Pramipexole) that you take will depend on your condition and your age. Take this medcation exactly as prescribed by your doctor; do not change or increase your dose.
Cautions
Mirapex (Pramixpexole) can interact with several other medications, so it is important that you take it as is prescribed. You should always tell your doctor about any prescription, non-prescription, illegal, and recreational drugs; herbal remedies; and nutritional and dietary supplements you're taking. You should not suddenly stop taking this drug or change your dosage without consulting your doctor first. Stopping this medication suddenly can cause unwanted side effects.
Drinking alcohol while taking Mirapex can exasperate these side effects, so try to avoid drinking while taking Mirapex. Additionally you can speak with your doctor about acceptable limits for these substances while taking Mirapex.
Side Effects
Some Mirapex side effects include:
Nausea and vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, dry mouth, dizziness, confusion, memory loss, unusual dreams, changes in vision, headaches, depression, back pain
Some serious Mirapex side effects include:
Hallucinating, fainting or sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing, uncontrollable movements like twitching and tics, muscle spasms, falling asleep suddenly or an inability to stay awake (narcolepsy)
If any side effects of Pramipexole become unmanageable speak with your doctor or pharmacist for help in managing any side effects. For any serious side effects that occur speak with your doctor right away for further treatment options.
FAQs
What is Mirapex?
Mirapex is used alongside other medications to treat Parkinson’s disease. In taking this medication it can improve your ability to move, decrease tremors, stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. And it may decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move. This medication works in helping to restore the balance of dopamine in the brain. It also comes in four strengths which are 0.125mg, 0.25mg, 0.5mg, and 1mg, and as of this moment we only sell the generic alternative to the Mirapex known as Pramipexole. If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call at 1-877-385-8998.
How long does Mirapex stay in your system?
The terminal half-life of Mirapex is about 8 hours in younger patients and around 12 hours in the elderly. Therefore, this medication can roughly take about 24 hours to exit your system.
What are the side effects of Mirapex?
Some of the most common side effects for Mirapex are as follows; Dizziness when standing, nausea, dry mouth, stomach pain, vomiting, constipation, headache, dizziness and spinning sensations, drowsiness, swelling in the hands and feet, appetite or weight changes, insomnia, blurred vision, amnesia, forgetfulness, impotence, loss of interest in sex, and inability in achieving a orgasm. While these are the more common side effects, if they do persist or worsen, you should speak with your doctor as soon as you can.
Who makes Mirapex?
Mirapex is manufactured by the company known as Boehringer Ingelheim. And it was approved for medical use on July 1, 1997.
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