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PRAMIPEXOLE
Pramipexole is used to treat the signs and symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
Safetychecker Summary
for Pramipexole
(for details about the summarized interactions, read the full article)
Avoid: Adverse interaction—Avoid these supplements when taking this
medication because taking them together may cause undesirable or dangerous results. |
Alcohol |
| Depletion or interference |
None known |
| Side effect reduction/prevention |
None known |
| Supportive interaction |
None known |
| Reduced drug absorption/bioavailability |
None known |
Interaction with Food and Other Compounds
Alcohol
Drinking alcoholic beverages with pramipexole can increase the amount of drowsiness caused by
the drug.1 Consequently, people taking pramipexole should avoid drinking alcohol,
especially when they must stay alert.
References:
1. Sifton DW, ed. Physicians’ Desk Reference. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc. 2000, 2467–71.
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