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Posted by d0pamine on September 5, 2007, at 19:52:22
Just curious if it's effective against anhedonia.
Posted by Phillipa on September 5, 2007, at 23:39:26
In reply to Anybody tried Neupro, posted by d0pamine on September 5, 2007, at 19:52:22
Dopamine my friend is taking low dose requip also for Parkinson's for MDD dose of his is .25. Here's what I found on this new med. Phillipa
FDA Approves Neupro Patch for Treatment of Early Parkinson's Disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced the approval of Neupro (rotigotine transdermal system), a skin patch designed to treat symptoms of early Parkinson's disease.Rotigotine is a drug not previously approved in the United States. Neupro is the first transdermal patch approved for the treatment of symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
Parkinson's disease, which belongs to a group of conditions called motor system disorders, results from the loss of dopamine-producing brain cells. Rotigotine, a member of the dopamine agonist class of drugs, is delivered continuously through the skin (transdermal) using a silicone-based patch that is replaced every 24 hours. A dopamine agonist works by activating dopamine receptors in the body, mimicking the effect of the neurotransmitter dopamine.
The effectiveness of Neupro was demonstrated in one fixed-dose response study and two flexible-dose studies. The parallel group studies were randomized, double-blinded, and placebo-controlled, and involved 1,154 patients with early Parkinson's disease who were not taking other Parkinson's medications.
The most common side effects for Neupro included skin reactions at the patch site, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness and insomnia, most of which are typical of this class of drugs. Other potential safety concerns include sudden onset of sleep while engaged in routine activities such as driving or operating machinery (sleep attacks), hallucinations, and decreased blood pressure on standing up (postural hypotension).
Neupro Patch is manufactured by Schwarz Bioscience of Research Triangle Park, N.C.
According to the Parkinson's Action Network, more than 1 million Americans live with Parkinson's disease and 60,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. The four primary symptoms of Parkinson's are trembling in hands, arms, legs, jaw, and face (tremor); stiffness of the limbs and trunk (rigidity); slowness of movement (bradykinesia,); and impaired balance and coordination (postural instability). As these symptoms become more pronounced, patients may have difficulty walking, talking, or completing other simple tasks.
Posted by Phillipa on September 5, 2007, at 23:41:31
In reply to Re: Anybody tried Neupro » d0pamine, posted by Phillipa on September 5, 2007, at 23:39:26
I know the requip works based on what he has said also with small amount of zyprexa, small lithium. Phillipa Ps maybe compare will look that one up too.
Posted by Phillipa on September 5, 2007, at 23:44:29
In reply to Re: Anybody tried Neupro » d0pamine, posted by Phillipa on September 5, 2007, at 23:39:26
Requip not a patch though. Phillipa
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Important Safety InformationREQUIP® (ropinirole HCl) Tablets are indicated for the signs and symptoms of idiopathic Parkinson’s disease. Prescription REQUIP is not for everyone. REQUIP may cause you to fall asleep or feel very sleepy during normal activities such as driving; or to faint or feel dizzy, nauseated, or sweaty when you stand up. Tell your doctor if you experience these problems or if you drink alcohol or are taking other medicines that make you drowsy. Side effects include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness or sleepiness, headache, and dyskinesia (uncontrolled movements). Hallucinations may occur at any time during treatment. Also tell your doctor if you experience new or increased gambling, sexual, or other intense urges while taking REQUIP. REQUIP may potentiate the side effects of L-dopa. Most patients were not bothered enough to stop taking REQUIP.
This is not a complete list of side effects and should not take the place of discussions with your healthcare providers. Your doctor or pharmacist can give you a more complete list of side effects. Talk to your doctor about any side effects you may have.
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