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Contraindications for Ropinirole Use-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Ropinirole as follows Ropinirole is extensively metabolized in the liver to some active and inactive metabolites. If liver function is deficient, the metabolism of ropinirole can be compromised. This can lead to increased blood levels of the medication for longer periods of time, resulting in increased risk for side-effects and consequent toxicity. So, in individuals with history of compromised liver function, ropinirole must be used with caution and [...]

Contraindications for Ropinirole Use-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Ropinirole as follows: Ropinirole carries the risk of causing and aggravating some underlying cardiac arrhythmias, leading to severe debility and death. Ropinirole must be used with extreme caution in individuals with history of poorly controlled cardiac arrhythmias, with close watch maintained for worsening signs and symptoms of arrhythmias, such as, frequent episodes of fatigue, lightheadedness, near fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or discomfort, and/or pounding heartbeat. Avoid [...]

Contraindications for Ropinirole Use-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Ropinirole as follows: In the event of any current manifestations of any allergic response with this medication, report it to your physician or other health care personnel immediately, to check regarding your safety with continuing on intake of this medication. Ropinirole intake carries the risk of sudden lowering of blood pressure, thus increasing risk for fall or accident. Episodes of hypotension with ropinirole intake, especially during sudden change [...]

Side Effects of Ropinirole-4

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Ropinirole as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Ropinirole can induce some dizziness and make one drowsy. Starting the medication at a low dose and gradually increasing the dose, to help optimum control of your symptoms, can contribute to reducing the risk for side-effects of drowsiness, dizziness, and hypotension due to the medication. Ropinirole use can result in sleep disorders, such as, sudden somnolence, hallucinations, vivid dreams, interrupted [...]

Side Effects of Ropinirole-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Ropinirole as follows: Cardiovascular side-effects Ropinirole intake carries the risk of sudden lowering of blood pressure, thus increasing risk for fall or accident. Episodes of hypotension, especially with sudden change in positions, can lead to episodes of confusion and dizziness, thus contributing to compromised safety. Ropinirole intake occasionally can also result in episodes of elevated blood pressure, headache, and vision changes. Ropinirole carries the risk of altering [...]