Posted by Ame Sans Vie on June 5, 2003, at 17:29:27
In reply to Re: MIRAPEX sleepiness » Ame Sans Vie, posted by jrbecker on June 5, 2003, at 17:00:03
> Perhaps it is partly the klonopin withdrawal, but sleepiness is sometimes reported on dopamine agonists. When I had a trial with Requip a year ago for sexual-side effect, I was profoundly sleepy/groggy for the next 12 hours -- lights out. I think it's some strange interaction with my atypical depression. I'm assuming Mirapex will produce a similar effect but am willing to give anything a try once. Can you rate or liken the sleepiness of Mirapex to something applicable?
Mirapex sleepiness feels *exactly* like going a night without sleep. You just feel naturally tired, and have this irresistible urge to lie down and close your eyes.
As for sleepiness and DA agonists, there is actually a warning to those who take Mirapex that a narcolepsy-like side effect may occur. That is, you may suddenly feel very sleepy or even fall asleep while performing important activities. You may want to check out the Mirapex prescribing info at http://www.mirapex.com.
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