Change from Ropinerole to Rigotine patches

[Ruffabug]

I saw a new Neurologist at my local hospital last week as my RLS has been made worse by the chemo I am on. I am stage 4 and Palliative care for Sarcoma with mets in liver, chest wall and spine. I told him I can’t wean off Ropinerole so he suggested changing to Rigotine patches which, as I also have IBS badly, he thinks will be better. They don’t have to go through the gut. I am very nervous about making the change. Has anyone done it successfully?

[SueJohnson]

There is no reason to be nervous. They are basically the same drug just delivered in a different way. And it is one of the recommendations of Dr. Mark J. Buchfuhrer who is an expert i RLS for patients who have augmented.

[Ruffabug in reply to SueJohnson]

Thank you!

[Joolsg]

Many people on here have switched from Ropinirole to Neupro. It should go smoothly.I'm glad the neurologist is helping you through this difficult time.

Sending you positive thoughts and strength virtually. 💪

[Ruffabug in reply to Joolsg]

Thank you!

[Wavy67]

Hi, about a month ago I saw my neurologist and mentioned when I forgot to take Pramipexol by 6pm I was in trouble with my rls. He suggested the patches and they have been great. I don’t have any other interacting health issues that I know of.

[Ruffabug in reply to Wavy67]

thank for this !

[Merny5]

Ruffabug, Several years back I switch from one DA to the patch and I had no problems at all. Initially, it did provide pretty much 24 hour coverage. Best wishes to you. Sending prayers and good vibes to you!

[Ruffabug in reply to Merny5]

Thank you very much!