Parkinson's disease|Restless leg syndrome

In Parkinson's disease Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR is effective in relieving symptoms of Parkinson's disease such as tremors muscle stiffness and difficulty moving. It increases the amount of a chemical called dopamine in the brain which helps in the coordination of body movements. This medicine can therefore enhance the quality of life by improving the ability to carry out daily functions in a better manner.

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. Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.

Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome (an urge to move the legs usually accompanied or caused by uncomfortable and unpleasant leg sensations). It helps to treat excessive shaking by slowing down the body movements.Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR should be taken with food. However take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose take it as soon as you remember it. You should never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor.Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea dry mouth fatigue hallucinations constipation and peripheral edema. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood an abnormally high sex drive an urge to gamble or uncontrolled spending as these may prove very harmful.

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. Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR 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. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR suppresses serum prolactin and may interfere with breastfeeding. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR can cause hallucinations (seeing hearing or feeling things that are not there). This may affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class :: Benzothiazole Derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS|Action Class :: Dopamine agonists

Parkinson's disease|Restless leg syndrome

Dizziness | Sleepiness | Nausea | Dryness in mouth | Fatigue | Hallucination | Constipation | Peripheral edema | Muscle spasm

Q. Does Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR cause weight gain?::: A common side effect of Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR is decrease in body weight which may be due to decrease in appetite. Uncommonly it can also cause increase in weight. However if you have concerns regarding your weight talk to your doctor or a nutritionist.| Q. Does Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR make you sleepy?::: Yes Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR may cause sleepiness. You may also experience sudden episodes of falling asleep. If it occurs restrict driving and using heavy machinery and inform your doctor.| Q. How does Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR work for restless legs?::: Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes discomfort in the legs and a strong urge to move the legs especially at night and when sitting or lying down. Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR belongs to dopamine (neurotransmitter) agonist class of medicines. It acts by stimulating the dopamine receptors which is needed in the brain to control movement. Hence it is used to improve RLS.| Q. Is Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR a muscle relaxant?::: No Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR is not a muscle relaxant. It helps in improving movements and muscle control in Parkinson’s disease. It is a dopamine agonist and acts on dopamine receptors.| Q. Can I stop taking Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR if my symptoms of Parkinson’s disease have improved?::: You should not stop Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR without talking to your doctor. Sudden discontinuation of Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR may cause neuroleptic malignant syndrome. The symptoms of malignant syndrome include loss of muscle movement rigid muscles fever unstable blood pressure increased heart rate confusion and depressed level of consciousness.| Q. How should Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR be taken?::: You should take Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR as directed by your doctor. The doctor will decide your dose depending on the condition you are being treated for. Preferably it should be taken 2-3 hours before bedtime. Swallow the tablets whole with water. It can be taken with or without food but taking it with food may help reduce the chances of nausea.| Q. What are the serious side effects of Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR?::: The serious side effects of Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR include hallucinations (seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist) confusion aggressive behavior agitation abnormal thoughts changes in vision abnormal body movements and motions that you cannot control. It may also cause changes in the way you sit or stand that you cannot control such as your neck bending forward bending forward at the waist or tilting sideways when you sit stand or walk. Additionally it may cause dark red or cola-colored urine muscle tenderness muscle stiffness or aching and muscle weakness. Call your doctor immediately if you experience any of these.| Q. What are impulse control disorders caused by Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR?::: Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR may cause impulse control disorders in which you may have cravings or urge to behave in an unusual manner which normally you would not do. Prexol 0.5mg Tablet SR may also make it hard for you to resist the impulse to carry certain activities which can harm you or others like addictive gambling excessive eating or spending money. Along with that it may cause an abnormally high sex drive or preoccupation with an increase in sexual thoughts or feelings.