The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
Parkinson's disease
- Nausea (28-48%)
- Application site reaction (19-46%)
- Sleepiness (12-32%)
- Dizziness (14-23%)
- Vomiting (8-20%)
- Tiredness (6-18%)
- Uncontrolled muscle movements (14-17%)
- Trouble sleeping (6-14%)
- Swelling in the arms and legs (2-14%)
- Hallucinations (0-13%)
- Joint pain (8-11%)
- Excessive sweating (1-11%)
- Headache (8-10%)
Restless leg syndrome
- Application site reactions (23–43%)
- Nausea (15–23%)
- Headache (15–21%)
- Fatigue and weakness (7-14%)
- Sleepiness (5-10%)
- Trouble sleeping (3-10%)
Less Common Side Effects
Parkinson's disease
- Visual problems
- Abnormal dreams
- Indigestion
- Constipation
- Muscle spasms
- Nasal and sinus congestion
- Flu infection
- Cough
- Redness
Restless leg syndrome
- Itching
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Excessive sweating
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Weight gain
Neupro serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Excessive sleepiness: falling asleep during activities, falling asleep while driving, sudden sleep episodes, daytime sleepiness
- Mental health changes: hallucinations, confusion, delusions, aggression, agitation
- Impulsive behavior: strong urges to gamble, uncontrollable sexual urges, intense urges to spend money, binge eating
- Serious withdrawal symptoms: fever, sweating, stiff muscles, confusion, not aware of your surroundings, fast or irregular heartbeat
- Severe allergic reaction: hives, swelling in your face or tongue, trouble breathing
Source: DailyMed
The following Neupro side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
Burning, itching, redness, skin rash, swelling, or soreness at the application site
swelling of the hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs
Less common
Bladder pain
bloody or cloudy urine
blurred vision or other changes in vision
difficult, burning, or painful urination
dizziness
frequent urge to urinate
headache
lower back or side pain
nervousness
pounding in the ears
seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
slow or fast heartbeat
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
Confusion
convulsions
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
sweating
unusual tiredness or weakness
vomiting
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
Sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
Less common
Acid or sour stomach
belching
difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
difficulty with moving
dreaming abnormal
feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
indigestion
loss of appetite
muscle pain or stiffness
pain in the joints
sensation of spinning
stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
trouble sleeping
unable to sleep
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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