Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Neupro

Descriptions


Rotigotine transdermal patch is used to treat Parkinson disease. It is a dopamine agonist that works on the nervous system to help treat the symptoms of Parkinson disease.

Rotigotine is also used to treat a condition called Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). RLS is a neurologic disorder that affects sensation and movement in the legs and causes the legs to feel uncomfortable. This results in an irresistible feeling of wanting to move your legs to make them comfortable.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Patch, Extended Release