Mirapex
Indicated to manage Parkinson's disease, this dopamine agonist is designed to alleviate motor symptoms and support movement control in affected individuals.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Pramipexole
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 0.125 · 0.25 · 0.5mg
Mirapex details
- Conditions
- Parkinson's Disease · Restless Legs Syndrome
- Alternative names
- Mirapexin
- Therapeutic class
- Dopamine Agonist
- Pharmacological class
- Non-ergot Dopamine Agonist
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to pramipexole
- Minor side effects
- nausea; dizziness; somnolence; insomnia
- Moderate side effects
- constipation; hallucinations; peripheral oedema
- Serious side effects
- impulse control disorders, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Onset Time
- 1–3 hours
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place away from light.
- Drug interactions
- antipsychotics; cimetidine
- Age restrictions
- Not for paediatric use.
Precautions and warnings
monitor for impulsive behaviour; may cause sudden onset of sleep; use with caution in cardiovascular disease
Patient summary
Indicated to manage Parkinson's disease, this dopamine agonist is designed to alleviate motor symptoms and support movement control in affected individuals.
Mechanism of action
Pramipexole is a non-ergot dopamine agonist that binds with high selectivity to the D2 subfamily of dopamine receptors in the striatum, helping mimic endogenous dopamine action.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Caution advised. Breastfeeding: Not recommended as it may inhibit lactation.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Mirapex
Mirapex contains pramipexole, an active ingredient used to treat Parkinson’s Disease and Restless Legs Syndrome. Also sold under the brand name Mirapexin, this medication is produced by Boehringer Ingelheim. It is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 0.125, 0.25, and 0.5mg, serving as a reliable option for those requiring this specific treatment.
Buying Mirapex online
Mirapex is registered across 13 markets including Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia, with availability also in Taiwan, South Korea and Japan. As a commonly sought medication by expats and residents across the region, it can be ordered online for delivery to these locations. Having reliable access to this treatment is important for those living far from a well-stocked local pharmacy.