Mirapex

For those diagnosed with Parkinson's disease (a disorder of the central nervous system that affects muscle control), Mirapex is often their physicians' prescription of choice. (As a side note, Parkinson's disease is not fatal; in fact, most Parkinson's disease patients have a life expectancy similar to that of their peers.)

Mirapex treats the symptoms of Parkinson's by assisting the body's dopamine receptors, helping them properly function. However, the side effects of Mirapex make deciding whether its use is "worth it" questionable indeed.

For example, Mirapex has been shown to cause the following adverse effects in patients using the drug: fainting, hallucinations, weight loss, weakness, twitching, insomnia, stomach upset, and drowsiness. It has also been known to cause hypersexuality, overeating, and even compulsive gambling in rare, but documented, cases.

Such side effects (especially the latter), though they may sound isolated or even somewhat benign, can result in a severe loss of freedom for the patient already afflicted with Parkinson's. For example, if an individual is taking Mirapex, he or she may actually wind up having less autonomy than before he or she began the medication. Take, for instance, an ordinary trip to the grocery store. Though Parkinson's disease might make the journey challenging for the individual, Mirapex could render the patient unable to leave the house, concerned that he or she might suddenly faint or experience nausea in the middle of the store.

And let's not forget that Mirapex's gambling and hypersexuality side effects could lead to the loss of employment, depletion of funds, or even the breakdown of a marriage or other intimate relationship.

Because we are concerned that Mirapex's side effects have been publicly minimized by its drug manufacturer, our law firm intends to file a class action law against the manufacturer and marketers of Mirapex. Though the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not taken the medication from the market, we have grave issues with what we perceive may have been a rush to put Mirapex, a potentially defective drug, on the market without significant testing.

If you or someone you love has been adversely affected after taking Mirapex, we encourage you to contact our law offices today. Together, we'll be able to determine if you are deserving of restitution from Mirapex's makers. If so, you'll pay absolutely nothing until we get a monetary award for you. Together, we'll send drug manufacturers a serious warning: Never put financial considerations above the public's safety. Consult our Mirapex lawyers today.

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B. G.says: 2011-11-12 17:56:33

I have extremely severe rls. I was put on mirapex about 4 or 5 years ago. I have developed compulsive buying, particularly on line. I am in debt up to my ears and beyond. My marriage is in trouble because of this. I feel as if I have no control when it comes to bidding the buying on line. I feel like my life is ruined. I tried to get off mirapex, but the Daws was agonizing. I am seeing a therapist to try to get off this drug, but, I am so in debt I don't know how I can ever pay it off. Please help. Thank you.

Thomsays: 2011-10-19 12:38:48

Mirapex has almost destroyed my life. I became addicted to internet porn while I was downloading adult porn child became a part of it. I found out Mirapex was responsible but it was too late. Now I'm trying too reopen my case. HELP

gerald mcelwainsays: 2011-10-11 02:48:39

hi my name is jerry i have been taking mirapex for over 10 years at the begining i developed a gambling problem spent all of my money and other peoples money on my addiction , i lied stole and did whatever i could to get my gambling fix . i knew from the begining it was the drug but i needed it for my severe symtoms and still feel stuck in my situation i always want to gamble i hear things that are not there and sometimes see things i know im not crazy and its the drug doing this to me i wish there was something else to take but i have tried so many other drugs and there is nothing that helps me . i feel like i have no life just a walking zombie. i was once a very respective individual with a great job and supervised over 150 employees then because of my addictions and loss of memory i lost that job and took a manual labor job that didnt take much thought just the physical aspect and was content but still had the gambling and memory loss issue which still caused a problem and throughout the years more problems came out such as seeing things and feeling like everyone is against me or looking at me which has caused me to lose countless jobs . since taking mirapex ive gone through 10 jobs lost 2 homes and most importantly ive lost my wifes trust . we have been together for over 23 years and she has stood beside me through all of this she knows its the drug doing this to me and she knows there isnt much choice . my love for my wife and kids keep me here and my faith in god . this medicine is great for the symtoms but it destroys the person in every other way everyday is a struggle everyday i pray for a new medicine or for this disease to go away and i can get my life back , i feel like im getting eaten by a shark and someone is handing me a bandaid .

Peggy Yakesays: 2011-09-25 11:43:16

I took Mirapex for several years for RLS. I was totally unaware of possible side effects but noticed that I seemed to be much more compulsive than I ever was before. I spent a great deal of money on craft projects and supplies, I started gambling but luckily kept that under control, I got compulsively involved in golf, I found myself suddenly sleepy while driving but always made it home, until Dec. 2010 when I crashed and totaled my car due to onset of sudden sleepiness. In the hospital they took me abruptly off of Mirapex and but me on a seizure medication which I didn't like and only took it for a couple of months. Since being off the Mirapex I have suffered from deep depression and anxiety. It has cost me my marriage, and therefore my home. I am in the middle of a divorce and cannot seem to get my life together. If there a chance that Mirapex is the cause of the mess my life has become?

Anne Gibsonsays: 2011-09-03 19:44:49

My husband and I both have severe RLS and were both put on Mirapex in 2004. We both developed ICD's = mine shopping, his gambling. But that's not the worst of it. Mirapex side effects - cardiac problems and narcolepsy - have almost killed us. And, now that we are both withdrawing from the medication the DAWS is devastating. This drug must be removed from the market.

Susan Mayessays: 2011-07-23 00:25:21

I hea gone trough 3 back surgerys n a hip replacement n a year and half Ihave gone throught hell afterwsrd. 1st 2 days after wardward put on 23 lbs off fluid second one 17 lbs 3rd one 15lbs 4th one 13lbs. the drs deceided this a problem with the mirapex and a medidacation mix I was to this by a refkiabble source you cant mix certain meds. Yes it does cause all of the above but this needs to be ckd out. If some on e didn,t no it could kill some,S Mayes

Ann Nelsonsays: 2011-07-14 13:53:22

i started taking myrapex in the late 90,s. and since have developed a bad gambling addiction. at this time i,m behind in bill,s and have gone through life saving,s and lost home have tried cutting myself off the medication ,and suffer weakness, vomiting and not much releif, it was given to me along with senement for rls.now i have no life at all need serious help. thank you mrs Nelson

Florine Jonessays: 2011-07-07 21:12:26

I can consider myself very lucky to be alive. I think myself & a lot of others need to get attorneys & get started on this medicin from the company & for Dr.s prescribeing it. I am lucky to be alive. Any attorneys interesting in starting help for myself & no telling how many others. Florine R. Jones 1806 strickland rd. Headland, Al. 36345 334.693.3247 Thanks Florine R. Jones BD 12/03/1936

Toniasays: 2011-06-14 14:08:35

My husband has been on Mirapex for almost 3 years and it has almost destroyed our marriage. He is addicted to internet porn and seeking out "thrilling" sexual encounters. He is at times bordering on suicide from shame. I cannot believe this drug even exists, it is evil!

D. G.says: 2011-06-13 10:41:47

I have been on Mirapex for 15 years at least, I know there is a gambling side effect of this drug,because I am experiencing it. I use all my paycheck and then have to borrow from friends to pay gambling debts. We have had to file bankrupty, our home is being foreclosed on and we are in debt beyond repair, because I cannot quit the urge to gamble, either casino's internet cafe's and lottery. I want to quit all of this, my RLS is so bad that Mirapex is the only thing that has helped, but now the rls has gotten worse and I have to take stronger doses. I need help, I am willing to do whatever it takes to rid me of this gambling weight over my head.

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