Role

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Role Information

Role is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Parkinson's Disease, Restless Legs Syndrome are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Role have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Role is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Role include Sleepiness, Weakness, Influenza like symptoms. Some other side effects of Role have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Role normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Role's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Role's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Role is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Psychosis are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Role have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Role may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Role is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Role Benefits & Uses

Role is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Role Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Parkinson's Disease
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.25 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose gradually increase 0.25 mg weekly on first 4 weeks, then 1.5 mg weekly basis, final dose given 8 mg TID
Geriatric
  • Disease: Parkinson's Disease
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.25 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose gradually increase 0.25 mg weekly on first 4 weeks, then 1.5 mg weekly basis, final dose given 8 mg TID

Role Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Role safe for pregnant women?


    Role can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Role right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Role safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Role may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Role should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Role on the Kidneys?


    Role rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Role on the Liver?


    Role has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Role on the Heart?


    Role has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Role with Other Drugs

Role should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Mild



Role Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Role unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Role

  • Is this Role habit forming or addictive?


    Role does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Role you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Role is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Yes, Role is useful in treating mental disorders.

    Yes

Role Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Role


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Role to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Role


    Consumption of alcohol and Role together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Requip (ropinirole)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 430-431

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1114-1116

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