Compare Requip vs. Azilect
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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.
Treats Parkinson's disease.
Azilect (rasagiline) is one of the recommended medicines to treat Parkinson's disease. It is now available in generic, which makes it more affordable for people without insurance.
Upsides
- 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.
- Azilect (rasagiline) is one of the go-to medicines for Parkinson's disease. It can be used in early and late stages of the disease.
- Taking Azilect (rasagiline) by itself can help slow down Parkinson's disease, but it works better when it's given with other medicines.
- Azilect (rasagiline) is available as generic as well as brand name, so there are usually lower out-of-pocket costs for you with insurance.
Downsides
- 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.
- It can cause unusual cravings and changes in behavior in some people.
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Dosage forms
- Pill
- Extended release
- Pill
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Side effects
49possible side effects
- Dyskinesia34%
- Nausea30%
- Dizziness26%
- Adverse events24%
- Somnolence20%
- Headache17%
- Falls10%
- Hallucinations10%
- Abdominal pain9%
- Confusion9%
- Upper respiratory tract infection9%
- Hallucination8%
- Increased sweating7%
- Increased drug level7%
- Vomiting7%
- Arthralgia7%
- Abdominal pain/discomfort6%
- Adverse reactions6%
- Tremor6%
- Constipation6%
- Anxiety6%
- Urinary tract infection6%
- Orthostatic hypotension5%
- Dry mouth5%
- Pain5%
- Hypokinesia5%
- Paresthesia5%
- Diarrhea5%
- Amnesia5%
- Nervousness5%
- Vertigo4%
- Edema peripheral4%
- Back pain3%
- Hypertension3%
- Syncope3%
- Paresis3%
- Arthritis3%
- Abnormal dreaming3%
- Dyspnea3%
- Fall/injury2%
- Hypotension2%
- Dysphagia2%
- Flatulence2%
- Increased saliva2%
- Weight decrease2%
- Anemia2%
- Pyuria2%
- Urinary incontinence2%
- Diplopia2%
46possible side effects
- Difficulty controlling movement18%
- Headache14%
- Accidental injury12%
- Nausea12%
- Falls11%
- Weight loss9%
- Constipation9%
- Low blood pressure9%
- Joint pain8%
- Indigestion7%
- Dizziness7%
- Swelling in arms and legs7%
- Vomiting7%
- Dry mouth6%
- Rash6%
- Sleepiness6%
- Depression5%
- Flu-like symptoms5%
- Abdominal pain5%
- Loss of appetite5%
- Diarrhea5%
- Bruising5%
- Tingling or prickling sensation5%
- Back pain4%
- Cough4%
- Trouble sleeping4%
- Cold or flu4%
- Unusual dreams4%
- Hallucinations4%
- Eyelid problems3%
- Fever3%
- Stomach infection3%
- Stuffy nose3%
- Movement coordination problems3%
- Shortness of breath3%
- Infections3%
- Neck pain3%
- Sweating3%
- Tendon swelling3%
- Uncontrollable muscle movements3%
- Arthritis2%
- Weakness2%
- Gum swelling2%
- Excessive bleeding2%
- Hernia2%
- Muscle weakness2%
Risks and risk factors
- 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
- Increased blood pressure
- Eating foods rich in tyramine, like soy sauce, fermented cheese and smoked meats
- Serotonin syndrome
- Tricyclic antidepressants
- Fentanyl
- Tramadol
- Buspirone
- ADHD medicines
- Triptans
- dextromethorphan
- pseudoephedrine
- Falling asleep during the day
- Taking other medicines for Parkinson's disease
- Low blood pressure
- Movement problems
- Taking other medicines for Parkinson's disease
- Lack of impulse control
- Taking other medicines for Parkinson's disease