Generic name: pramipexole [ pram-i-PEX-ole ]
Brand names: Mirapex, Mirapex ER
Dosage forms: oral tablet (0.125 mg; 0.25 mg; 0.5 mg; 0.75 mg; 1 mg; 1.5 mg); oral tablet, extended release (0.375 mg; 0.75 mg; 1.5 mg; 2.25 mg; 3 mg; 3.75 mg; 4.5 mg)
Drug class:Dopaminergic antiparkinsonism agents
What is pramipexole?
Pramipexole has some of the same effects as a chemical called dopamine, which occurs naturally in your body. Low levels of dopamine in the brain are associated with Parkinson's disease.
Pramipexole is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease (stiffness, tremors, muscle spasms, and poor muscle control). Pramipexole is also used to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS).
Only immediate-release pramipexole (Mirapex) is approved to treat either Parkinson symptoms or RLS. Extended-release pramipexole (Mirapex ER) is approved only to treat Parkinson symptoms.
Parkinson's and RLS are two separate disorders. Having one of these conditions will not cause you to have the other condition.
Pramipexole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use pramipexole if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
