Ropinirole - Restless Leg Syndrome

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Status 1

Green

Formulations :

Immediate release tablets

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Associated Icons :

BNF SPC

Restrictions / Comments :

Important

Preferred

Patients with severe symptoms, who are obese, co-morbid depression, increased risk of falls or cognitive impairment

Documentation

Evidence Review

Restless leg syndrome - APC Paper - November 2018

PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :

Ropinirole

Indication :

Restless Leg Syndrome

Group Name :

Keywords :

dopamine agonists, non-ergot-derived dopamine receptor agonists

Brand Names Include :

Adartrel, Requip

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Other Indications

Below are listed other indications that Ropinirole is used to treat.

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Other Drugs

Below are listed other drugs that are used to treat Restless Leg Syndrome.

Committee Recommendations (1)

07 Nov 18 - Surrey & North West Sussex Area Prescribing Committee (formerly Prescribing Clinical Network)

Ropinirole is recommended as a FIRST line option for the treatment of Restless Leg Syndrome, as per CKS guidance.

Link to CKS page - https://cks.nice.org.uk/restless-legs-syndrome