Introduction

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Uses of Parixol 180

Parkinson's disease
Restless leg syndrome

Side effects of Parixol 180

Dizziness
Sleepiness
Nausea
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Hallucination
Constipation
Peripheral edema

How to use Parixol 180

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Parixol 180 is to be taken with food.

How Parixol 180 works

Parixol 180 works by increasing the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger that is needed to control movement in the brain.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Parixol 180 to treat your symptoms of Parkinson's disease and/or restless leg syndrome.
It can be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may reduce nausea.
For restless leg syndrome, take this medicine 2 to 3 hours before bedtime.
Avoid activities that require you to be alert, such as driving a car until you know how this medication affects you.
When you first start taking Parixol 180, it may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure when you change positions. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Talk to your doctor in case you develop hallucinations or other changes in your behavior.
Inform your doctor if you develop compulsive behaviors that are hard to control, such as binge eating, gambling, spending money, and sexual urges.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Parixol 180 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Parixol 180 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Parixol 180 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.\nParixol 180 suppresses serum prolactin and may interfere with breastfeeding.
UNSAFE – Driving: Parixol 180 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.\nParixol 180 can cause hallucinations (seeing, hearing or feeling things that are not there). This may affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Parixol 180 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Parixol 180 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Parixol 180 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Parixol 180 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.