Neupro is an adhesive indicated for the treatment of Parkinson's Disease, also known as Parkinson's disease.
This remedy has in its composition Rotigotine, a compound that stimulates specific cells and receptors of the brain, thus helping to reduce the signs and symptoms of the disease.
Price
The price of Neupro varies between 250 and 650 reais and can be purchased at pharmacies or online stores.
How to take
Neupro doses should be indicated and evaluated by the physician as they depend on the course of the disease and the severity of the symptoms. Generally, a dose of 4 mg every 24 hours is indicated, which may be increased to a maximum of 8 mg in a 24 hour period.
The adhesives should be applied on clean, dry and uncut skin of the abdomen, thigh, hip, side between your ribs and the hip, shoulder or upper arm. Each location should only be repeated every 14 days and the use of creams, oils or lotions in the adhesive region is not recommended.
Side effects
Some of the side effects of Neupro may include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, pain, eczema, inflammation, swelling or allergy reactions at the site of application such as redness, itching, swelling or red skin rash on the skin.
Contraindications
This medicine is contraindicated for pregnant or lactating women and for patients with Rotigotine allergy or any of the components of the formula.
In addition, if you have breathing problems, daytime drowsiness, psychiatric problems, low or high blood pressure, or heart problems, you should talk to your doctor before starting treatment.
If you need to perform an MRI or cardioversion, it is necessary to remove the patch before taking the exam.
