Compare Neupro vs. Requip

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Neupro (rotigotine)

Prescription only

Requip (Ropinirole)

Prescription only
Helps with movement disorders due to Parkinson's or restless legs syndrome.

Neupro (rotigotine) is an effective treatment for Parkinson's disease or restless legs syndrome, but can cause troublesome side-effects related to impulse control.

Helps with movement problems.

Requip (Ropinirole) is an effective medicine for Parkinson's disease or restless leg syndrome, but there are potentially serious side effects.

Upsides
  • Can use regardless of any pre-existing kidney or liver problems.
  • Single, daily patch provides all-day control of movement disorders.
  • Good alternative for those with difficulty swalloing pills.
  • Good option for elderly because of its lower risk for confusion or mental disturbances compared to other medicines like it.
  • In studies, Requip (Ropinirole) when taken by itself or with other medicines, was effective in lowering movement fluctuations for people with Parkinson's disease.
  • Requip (Ropinirole) is sometimes preferred over other medicines that treat Parkinson's disease in older people since it causes fewer movement and mental fluctuations.
  • Is effective for treating restless leg syndrome.
  • Available in a short-acting and a long-acting form.
Downsides
  • Available as brand product only and may be expensive if not covered by your insurance.
  • Patch's adhesive may irritate the skin at site of application.
  • Heat exposure can affect stability of the patch.
  • Neupro (rotigotine) can lead to withdrawal symptoms if the medication is stopped suddenly.
  • Requip (Ropinirole) isn't a first-choice treatment for Parkinson's disease. It can be used by itself, but it's usually used with other medicines.
  • Requip (Ropinirole) can cause hallucinations in older people.
  • Not the best choice if you have kidney problems. Your doctor may have to adjust your dose based on your kidney function.
  • You can't suddenly stop taking Requip (Ropinirole). You'll have to slowly lower your dose, especially if you've been using it for a long time.
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Dosage forms
  • Patch
  • Pill
  • Extended release
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Side effects
22possible side effects
  • Nausea
    48%
  • Skin irritation
    32%
  • Dizziness
    22%
  • Vomiting
    20%
  • Sleepiness
    19%
  • Insomnia
    14%
  • Increased sweating
    11%
  • Anorexia
    9%
  • Fatigue
    6%
  • Visual disturbances
    5%
  • Constipation
    5%
  • Redness
    5%
  • Abnormal dreams
    3%
  • Abnormal electrocardiogram reading
    3%
  • Difficulty with maintaining balance
    3%
  • Upset stomach
    3%
  • Ringing in the ears
    3%
  • Hallucinations
    3%
  • Muscle spasms
    3%
  • Numbness of the hands and feet
    3%
  • Swelling of the hands and feet
    3%
  • White blood cells in urine
    3%
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49possible side effects
  • Dyskinesia
    34%
  • Nausea
    30%
  • Dizziness
    26%
  • Adverse events
    24%
  • Somnolence
    20%
  • Headache
    17%
  • Falls
    10%
  • Hallucinations
    10%
  • Abdominal pain
    9%
  • Confusion
    9%
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
    9%
  • Hallucination
    8%
  • Increased sweating
    7%
  • Increased drug level
    7%
  • Vomiting
    7%
  • Arthralgia
    7%
  • Abdominal pain/discomfort
    6%
  • Adverse reactions
    6%
  • Tremor
    6%
  • Constipation
    6%
  • Anxiety
    6%
  • Urinary tract infection
    6%
  • Orthostatic hypotension
    5%
  • Dry mouth
    5%
  • Pain
    5%
  • Hypokinesia
    5%
  • Paresthesia
    5%
  • Diarrhea
    5%
  • Amnesia
    5%
  • Nervousness
    5%
  • Vertigo
    4%
  • Edema peripheral
    4%
  • Back pain
    3%
  • Hypertension
    3%
  • Syncope
    3%
  • Paresis
    3%
  • Arthritis
    3%
  • Abnormal dreaming
    3%
  • Dyspnea
    3%
  • Fall/injury
    2%
  • Hypotension
    2%
  • Dysphagia
    2%
  • Flatulence
    2%
  • Increased saliva
    2%
  • Weight decrease
    2%
  • Anemia
    2%
  • Pyuria
    2%
  • Urinary incontinence
    2%
  • Diplopia
    2%
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Risks and risk factors
  • Sulfite sensitivity
  • Driving impairment
    • Taking other medicines that make you sleepy
    • Sleep disorders
  • Hallucinations and unusual changes in thought
    • Psychotic disorders
  • Low blood pressure
    • Taking blood pressure medicines
  • Impulse control problems
  • Heat exposure
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  • Impulse control problems
  • Driving impairment
    • Taking with alcohol
    • Taking other medicines that make you less alert
  • Low blood pressure
    • Taking blood pressure-lowering medicines
  • Worsening kidney function
    • Current kidney problems
  • Skin cancer
    • Parkinson's disease
  • Hallucinations
    • Age 65 years or older
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