pramipexole /pram·i·pex·ole/ (pram″ĭ-pek´sōl) a dopamine agonist used in the form of the dihydrochloride salt as an antidyskinetic in the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
pramipexole,
pramipexole [pram″ĭ-pek´sōl]
pramipexole
pram·i·pex·ole (pr m  -p k s l)n. A dopamine agonist used to treat Parkinson's disease. |
pramipexole,
an antiparkinson agent.
indication It is used to treat parkinsonism.
contraindication Known hypersensitivity prohibits its use.
adverse effects Life-threatening effects are hemolytic anemia, leukopenia, and agranulocytosis. Other adverse effects include psychosis, hallucination, depression, dizziness, constipation, impotence, and blurred vision. Common side effects include agitation, insomnia, nausea, anorexia, and orthostatic hypotension.
pramipexole [pram″ĭ-pek´sōl]
a dopamine agonist used in the form of the dihydrochloride salt in treatment of parkinson's disease, administered orally.
pramipexole
Mirapex® Neurology A dopamine antagonist used to manage Parkinson's disease Adverse effects Constipation, dry mouth, vision defects, insomnia
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