How to Cope With the Side Effects of Requip

If you're taking Requip, it's good to know both the serious side effects and the less serious side effects. This way, you know when you need to seek immediate medical attention and when it's acceptable to self-treat your symptoms.

Instructions

• 1

  Lay down and call for immediate medical attention if you experience difficulty breathing while taking Requip.

• 2

  Discuss your normal behavior patterns with family members and your physician. If you begin to experience unusual behavior urges, you can get assistance for handling that particular side effect of Requip.

• 3

  Let your family or physician know if you experience hallucinations. While this is an uncommon side effect of Requip, it is one you need to be aware of. Your physician may need to lower your dosage or change other medications that may enhance this particular side effect.

• 4

  Move slowly when sitting down or standing up from a reclining position to help minimize the dizziness associated with Requip.

• 5

  Evaluate the sleepiness you feel when you begin taking Requip. Determine if it makes you sleepy before you try to drive or use other machinery.

• 6

  Drink lots of water, suck on hard candy or use ice chips or chew gum to help alleviate dry mouth.

• 7

  Take over-the-counter pain reliever to minimize muscle aches that may occur while taking Requip.