PRAMIPEXOLE .5 mg/1
PRAMIPEXOLE · TABLET · Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Pramipexole is a prescription tablet taken by mouth that is used to treat Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome. It works by stimulating certain dopamine receptors in the brain.
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- PRAMIPEXOLE
- Generic Name
- PRAMIPEXOLE
- NDC Code (Product)
31722-908- Manufacturer
- Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- Strength
- .5 mg/1
- Dosage Form
- TABLET
- Route
- ORAL
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- ANDA203855
- Marketing Start
- 08/01/2015
Recall History
Macleods Pharma Usa Inc
Subpotent Drug: Out of specification result during stability study in Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Tablets 0.125 mg
American Health Packaging
GMP Deviations; possible cross contamination of product due to cleaning procedure failure.
Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc
CGMP Deviations: Cross Contamination with other products due to CGMP cleaning failure.
Aidapak Services, LLC
Labeling:Label Mixup; PRAMIPEXOLE DI-HCL, Tablet, 1.5 mg may be potentially mislabeled as LIOTHYRONINE SODIUM, Tablet, 25 mcg, NDC 42794001902, Pedigree: AD68010_11, EXP: 5/28/2014.
Aidapak Services, LLC
Labeling: Label Mixup; PRAMIPEXOLE DI-HCL, Tablet, 1 mg may be potentially mislabel as MISOPROSTOL, Tablet, 200 mcg, NDC 59762500801, Pedigree: W003117, EXP: 6/13/2014.
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Failed Tablet/Capsule Specifications: identification of low weight tablets during routine stability testing.
Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc
CGMP Deviations: Cross Contamination with other products due to CGMP cleaning failure.
Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc
CGMP Deviations: Cross Contamination with other products due to CGMP cleaning failure.
American Health Packaging
GMP Deviations; possible cross contamination of product due to cleaning procedure failure.
Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc
CGMP Deviations: Cross Contamination with other products due to CGMP cleaning failure.
Side Effects Reported to FDA
FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects
Full Prescribing Information
Indications & Usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Pramipexole dihydrochloride extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. Pramipexole dihydrochloride extended-release tablet is a non-ergot dopamine agonist indicated for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease (PD) (1)
Dosage & Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Pramipexole dihydrochloride extended-release tablets are taken once daily, with or without food (2.1) Tablets must be swallowed whole and must not be chewed, crushed, or divided (2.1) Starting dose is 0.375 mg given once daily (2.2) Dose may be increased gradually, not more frequently than every 5 to 7 days, first to 0.75 mg per day and then by 0.75 mg increments up to a maximum recommended dose of 4.5 mg per day. Assess therapeutic response and tolerability at a minimal interval of 5 days or longer after each dose increment. (2.2) Patients may be switched overnight from immediate-release pramipexole tablets to extended-release pramipexole tablets at the same daily dose. Dose adjustment may be needed in some patients (2.3) Pramipexole dihydrochloride extended-release tablets should be discontinued gradually. (2.2) 2.1 General Dosing Considerations Pramipexole dihydrochloride extended-release tablets are taken orally once daily, with or without food. Pramipexole dihydrochloride extended-release tablets must be swallowed whole and must not be chewed, crushed, or divided. If a significant interruption in therapy with pramipexole dihydrochloride extended-rel…
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None (4)
Drug Interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Dopamine antagonists: May diminish the effectiveness of pramipexole (7.1). 7.1 Dopamine Antagonists Since pramipexole is a dopamine agonist, it is possible that dopamine antagonists, such as the neuroleptics (phenothiazines, butyrophenones, thioxanthenes) or metoclopramide, may diminish the effectiveness of pramipexole dihydrochloride extended-release tablets.
Adverse Reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Falling Asleep During Activities of Daily Living and Somnolence [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Symptomatic Orthostatic Hypotension [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Impulse Control / Compulsive Behaviors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Hallucinations and Psychotic-like Behavior [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Dyskinesia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Postural Deformity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) ] Rhabdomyolysis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Retinal Pathology [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] Events Reported with Dopaminergic Therapy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) ] Withdrawal Symptoms [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.11 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥5% and greater than placebo) : Early PD without levodopa: somnolence, nausea, constipation, dizziness, fatigue, hallucinations, dry mouth, muscle spasms, and peripheral edema (6.1) Advanced PD with levodopa: dyskinesia, nausea, constipation, hallucinations, headache, and anorexia (6.1) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Dr. Reddy’s L…
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PRAMIPEXOLE used for?
Pramipexole is a prescription tablet taken by mouth that is used to treat Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome. It works by stimulating certain dopamine receptors in the brain.
Is PRAMIPEXOLE a controlled substance?
PRAMIPEXOLE is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for PRAMIPEXOLE?
The generic name for PRAMIPEXOLE is PRAMIPEXOLE. There are 11 other brand versions of PRAMIPEXOLE.
What is the NDC code for PRAMIPEXOLE .5 mg/1?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for PRAMIPEXOLE .5 mg/1 is 31722-908, listed by Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc..
Other PRAMIPEXOLE Dosages
Other Pramipexole Brands
See all →- Pramipexole dihydrochloride.5 mg/10615-8552
- Pramipexole Dihydrochloride.75 mg/113668-184
- Pramipexole Dihydrochloride.375 mg/116714-916
- pramipexole dihydrochloride1 mg/129300-210
- Pramipexole dihydrochloride.5 mg/133342-033
- Pramipexole Dihydrochloride4.5 mg/133342-214
- Pramipexole Dihydrochloride1.5 mg/146708-007
- Pramipexole Dihydrochloride3.75 mg/146708-579
- Pramipexole Dihydrochloride1.5 mg/150090-7816
- Pramipexole Dihydrochloride.125 mg/150228-126
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