What it's used for
Ropinirole tablets are used for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and moderate-to-severe primary restless legs syndrome.
Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).
Typical dosing
For Parkinson's disease, the recommended starting dose is 0.25 mg taken three times daily, which can be titrated up to a maximum daily dose of 24 mg.
Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.
Common side effects
See full FDA prescribing information for the complete adverse reaction profile.
Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list
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Related medications
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Ropinirole cost without insurance
Cash prices for Ropinirole without insurance vary widely by pharmacy, strength and quantity — the same prescription can cost very different amounts at two pharmacies in the same town. That is the problem a membership solves.
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Ropinirole dosage and administration
• Ropinirole tablets can be taken with or without food. ( 2.1 ) • Retitration of ropinirole tablets may be warranted if therapy is interrupted. ( 2.1 ) Parkinson’s Disease: • The recommended starting dose is 0.25 mg taken three times daily; titrate to a maximum daily dose of 24 mg. ( 2.2 ) • Renal Impairment: The maximum recommended dose is 18 mg/day in patients with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis. ( 2.2 ) Restless Legs Syndrome: • The recommended starting dose is 0.25 mg once daily, 1 to 3 hours before bedtime, titrate to a maximum recommended dose of 4 mg daily. ( 2.3 ) • Renal Impairment: The maximum recommended dose is 3 mg/day in patients with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis. ( 2.3 ) 2.1 General Dosing Recommendations Ropinirole tablets can be taken with or without food [ see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 ) ].
Excerpt from the FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA), retrieved 2026-09-15. Your prescribing clinician decides the exact dose, form and schedule for you — this is not medical advice.
Ropinirole side effects
The following adverse reactions are described in more detail in other sections of the label: • Hypersensitivity [ see Contraindications ( ) ] • Falling asleep during activities of daily living and somnolence [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] • Syncope [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] • Hypotension/orthostatic hypotension [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ] • Hallucinations/psychotic-like behavior [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ) ] • Dyskinesia [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ) ] • Impulse control/compulsive behaviors [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) ] • Withdrawal-emergent hyperpyrexia and confusion [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 ) ] • Withdrawal Symptoms [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8) ] • Augmentation and early-morning rebound in RLS [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9) ] • Fibrotic complications [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.10 ) ] • Retinal pathology [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.11 ) ] Most common adverse reactions (incidence with ropinirole at least 5% greater than placebo) in the respective indications were: • Early PD: Nausea, somnolence, dizziness, syncope, asthenic condition, viral infection, leg edema, vomiting, and dyspepsia.
Excerpt from the FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA), retrieved 2026-09-15. This is not a complete list. Report side effects to your clinician, and seek care for anything severe or unexpected.
Ropinirole drug interactions
• Inhibitors or inducers of CYP1A2: May alter the clearance of ropinirole; dose adjustment of ropinirole may be required. ( 7.1 , 12.3) • Hormone replacement therapy (HRT): Starting or stopping HRT may require dose adjustment of ropinirole. ( 7.2 , 12.3 ) • Dopamine antagonists (e.g., neuroleptics, metoclopramide): May reduce efficacy of ropinirole. ( 7.3 ) 7.1 Cytochrome P450 1A2 Inhibitors and Inducers In vitro metabolism studies showed that cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) is the major enzyme responsible for the metabolism of ropinirole. There is thus the potential for inducers or inhibitors of this enzyme to alter the clearance of ropinirole. Therefore, if therapy with a drug known to be a potent inducer or inhibitor of CYP1A2 is stopped or started during treatment with ropinirole, adjustment of the dose of ropinirole may be required.
Excerpt from the FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA), retrieved 2026-09-15. Tell your clinician and pharmacist about every medication, supplement and over-the-counter product you take.
Who should not take ropinirole
Ropinirole tablets are contraindicated in patients known to have a hypersensitivity/allergic reaction (including urticaria, angioedema, rash, pruritus) to ropinirole or to any of the excipients. History of hypersensitivity/allergic reaction (including urticaria, angioedema, rash, pruritus) to ropinirole or to any of the excipients. ()
Excerpt from the FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA), retrieved 2026-09-15. Whether this medication is appropriate for you is a clinical decision made by your prescribing clinician.
Common questions
Is ropinirole covered at $0 with Tab?
Yes. Ropinirole is on Tab's covered $0 generic list — every covered strength is $0 with an active membership, at participating pharmacies nationwide or by mail order.
Do I need insurance to get ropinirole through Tab?
No. Tab is a membership, not insurance. Covered medications are $0 with an active membership whether or not you have a health plan.
How do I get a ropinirole prescription with Tab?
Book a video visit with a licensed Tab clinician (unlimited visits are included with membership). If it's clinically appropriate, they send the prescription to your chosen participating pharmacy or by mail order.
How much does ropinirole cost without insurance?
Without insurance, retail cash prices for ropinirole vary by pharmacy, strength and quantity. Ropinirole is on Tab's covered $0 generic list, so every covered strength is $0 with an active Tab membership at participating pharmacies nationwide or by mail order.
What is the cheapest way to get ropinirole?
For medications on Tab's covered list, a Tab membership is the cheapest route: covered strengths of ropinirole are $0 with an active membership, and unlimited video visits with a licensed clinician are included, so the visit that produces the prescription is covered too.
What is the usual dose of ropinirole?
• Ropinirole tablets can be taken with or without food. ( 2.1 ) • Retitration of ropinirole tablets may be warranted if therapy is interrupted. ( 2.1 ) Parkinson’s Disease: • The recommended starting dose is 0.25 mg taken three times daily; titrate to a maximum daily dose of 24 mg. ( 2.2 ) • Renal Impairment: The maximum recommended dose is 18 mg/day in patients with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis. (FDA-approved label, retrieved 2026-09-15. Your clinician sets your dose.)
What are the side effects of ropinirole?
The following adverse reactions are described in more detail in other sections of the label: • Hypersensitivity [ see Contraindications ( ) ] • Falling asleep during activities of daily living and somnolence [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] • Syncope [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] • Hypotension/orthostatic hypotension [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ] • Hallucinations/psychotic-like behavior [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ) ] • Dyskinesia [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ) ] • Impulse control/compulsive behaviors [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) ] • Withdrawal-emergent hyperpyrexia and confusion [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 ) ] • Withdrawal Symptoms [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8) ] • Augmentation and early-morning rebound in RLS [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9) ] • Fibrotic complications [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.10 ) ] • Retinal pathology [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.11 ) ] Most common adverse reactions (incidence with ropinirole at least 5% greater than placebo) in the respective indications were: • Early PD: Nausea, somnolence, dizziness, syncope, asthenic condition, viral infection, leg edema, vomiting, and dyspepsia. (FDA-approved label, retrieved 2026-09-15.)
What interacts with ropinirole?
• Inhibitors or inducers of CYP1A2: May alter the clearance of ropinirole; dose adjustment of ropinirole may be required. ( 7.1 , 12.3) • Hormone replacement therapy (HRT): Starting or stopping HRT may require dose adjustment of ropinirole. ( 7.2 , 12.3 ) • Dopamine antagonists (e.g., neuroleptics, metoclopramide): May reduce efficacy of ropinirole. (FDA-approved label, retrieved 2026-09-15. Tell your clinician about every medication and supplement you take.)
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