Permax - Pergolide - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Permax.
• Permax
• PURR-go-lide

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, unusual dizziness or fainting, tingling or uncontrolled movement of the arms and legs, rapid or irregular pulse, agitation, hallucinations, and seizures.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat Parkinson's disease.
• It is used along with levodopa or levodopa/carbidopa to make it more effective.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose.
• Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the doses.

Possible Side Effects

• Headache, nausea, dizziness, constipation, loss of appetite, dry mouth or drowsiness may occur.
• If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute.
• Report promptly.

Read Before Using Permax (precautions)

• This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
• Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are.

Permax Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication as prescribed.
• Do not increase your dose or take it more often than directed.
• Do not stop taking this medication without your doctor's approval.
• Stopping this drug suddenly may cause you to experience unwanted side effects.

Permax Miscellaneous Notes

• It may take a few weeks for full effects of this medication to be noticed.
• Do not share this medication with others.