Rotigotine Medical Valley
Rotigotine Medical Valley patches contain rotigotine, a dopamine agonist, used to treat Parkinson's disease symptoms by affecting brain chemicals important for movement.
Form
depotlaastari
Strength
6 mg / 24 tuntia
Active Ingredient
Rotigotine
Manufacturer
Medical Valley Invest AB
How to Use
Dosage
The starting dose is usually one 2 mg/24 h patch daily for early Parkinson's disease or one 4 mg/24 h patch daily for advanced disease; the dose is increased weekly until the right dose is found.
Method
Apply one patch to a clean, dry, healthy skin area each day. Always remove the old patch before applying a new one. Change the patch at about the same time daily, and do not cut it.
Important
The maximum daily dose is 8 mg for early Parkinson's disease and 16 mg for advanced Parkinson's disease.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Headache
- •Feeling sleepy or dizzy
- •Nausea or vomiting
- •Skin irritation where the patch is applied (redness, itching)
- •Falling
- •Hiccups
- •Weight loss
- •Swelling in legs and feet
- •Feeling weak or tired
- •Palpitations (fast or strong heartbeat)
- •Constipation, dry mouth, heartburn
- •Redness, increased sweating, itching on skin
- •Spinning sensation (vertigo)
- •Seeing or hearing things that are not real (hallucinations)
- •Low blood pressure when standing up, high blood pressure
- •Trouble sleeping, nightmares, unusual dreams
- •Uncontrolled movements related to Parkinson's disease (dyskinesia)
- •Fainting or feeling dizzy when standing due to low blood pressure
- •Strong urges to do harmful things like excessive gambling, repetitive actions, uncontrolled shopping or spending
- •Binge eating or compulsive eating
RARE
- •Blurred vision
- •Weight gain
- •Allergic reactions (e.g., rash)
- •Increased heart rate
- •Increased sex drive
- •Abnormal heart rhythm
- •Stomach discomfort and pain
- •Generalized itching or skin irritation
- •Suddenly falling asleep without warning
- •Difficulty getting or keeping an erection
- •Feeling restless, confused, disoriented, or paranoid
- •High or abnormal liver function test results
- •Vision problems, like seeing colors or light flashes
- •Increased levels of a muscle enzyme (CPK)
- •Delusions (false beliefs)
- •Acute confusion (delirium)
- •Irritability
- •Aggressiveness
- •Psychotic disorders
- •Generalized rash
- •Involuntary muscle spasms (seizures)
- •Needing much higher doses than needed for your disease (Dopaminergic Dysregulation Syndrome)
- •Diarrhea
- •Head bending forward (dropped head syndrome)
- •Severe muscle pain and weakness (rhabdomyolysis), which can lead to kidney problems
Important Warnings
- Your blood pressure needs regular checks, especially at the start of treatment, as this medicine can affect it.
- Your eyes should be checked regularly. Tell your doctor right away if you notice any vision problems between checks.
- If you have serious liver problems, your doctor might change your dose. Contact your doctor immediately if your liver problems get worse during treatment.
- You might get skin problems where the patch is applied, such as redness or itching. If skin reactions last more than a few days, are severe, or spread, tell your doctor.
- You may feel very sleepy or suddenly fall asleep. Do not drive or operate machinery if this happens, as it can cause serious harm.
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- You might have unwanted muscle movements or unusual body postures. Tell your doctor if this happens, as your medication might need adjusting.
- You might faint or feel dizzy, especially when starting treatment or increasing your dose. Tell your doctor if you faint or feel dizzy.
- This medicine can cause changes in behavior or unusual thoughts. Examples include strong urges to gamble, increased sexual interest, uncontrolled shopping, or binge eating. Tell your doctor or family member if you notice these changes.
- Contact your doctor if you show signs of an allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face, tongue, or lips.