I take it for Parkinson's but I also have Epilepsy and I am curious if it's contributing to my seizures.
Does ropinirole cause seizures?
Question posted by lwood1104 on 24 April 2022
Last updated on 23 October 2022 by Scott perkins
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Scott perkins
23 Oct 2022
Nothing
masso
24 April 2022
Ropinirole 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.
Ropinirole is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease (stiffness, tremors, muscle spasms, and poor muscle control). Ropinirole is also used to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS).
Only immediate-release ropinirole (Requip) is approved to treat either Parkinson symptoms or RLS. Extended-release ropinirole (Requip XL) 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.
Ropinirole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Source: https://www.drugs.com/mtm/ropinirole.html
Best regards, masso
masso
24 April 2022
It does not cause seizures.
lwood1104
25 April 2022
Thank you very much for your response! I appreciate your help.
Lynn
masso
25 April 2022
You are welcome. Glad I could help.
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