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Can Dopamine Agonists Medicine Such As Pramipexole Be Taken On Need Basis In Case Of RLS Instead Of Daily ?

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Posted on Fri, 17 Jan 2025
Question: Hello Doctor, can dopamine agonists medicine such as pramipexole be taken on need basis in case of RLS instead of daily ? Is there any side effects of taking it on alternative days ?
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Answered by Dr. Diwashish Biswas (21 hours later)
Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question, I understand your concern.
There is no such side effects of alternative day dosing.
But if you take alternative day, then it would be less effective in treating your condition.

I hope your query is clear now.
Thanks and regards
Dr Diwashish biswas
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Can Dopamine Agonists Medicine Such As Pramipexole Be Taken On Need Basis In Case Of RLS Instead Of Daily ?

Brief Answer: No Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your question, I understand your concern. There is no such side effects of alternative day dosing. But if you take alternative day, then it would be less effective in treating your condition. I hope your query is clear now. Thanks and regards Dr Diwashish biswas