Requip XL and Tobradex

• Generic Name: ropinirole
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Requip, Requip XL, ReQuip Follow on Pack, ReQuip Starter Pack, Repreve, Requip Starter Kit

Requip XL has some of the same effects as a chemical called dopamine, which occurs naturally in your body. Low levels of dopamine in the brain are associated with Parkinson's disease.

Requip XL is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease (stiffness, tremors, muscle spasms, and poor muscle control). This medicine is also used to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS).

Only immediate-release Requip XL (Requip) is approved to treat either Parkinson symptoms or RLS. Extended-release this medicine (Requip XL) is approved only to treat Parkinson symptoms.

Parkinson's and RLS are two separate disorders. Having one of these conditions will not cause you to have the other condition.

Requip XL may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: dexamethasone / tobramycin ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: ophthalmic suspension
• Other Brand Names: Tobradex, Tobradex ST, Tobradex ST

Tobradex contains a combination of tobramycin and dexamethasone. Tobramycin is an antibiotic. It is used to treat bacterial infections.

Dexamethasone is a steroid. Dexamethasone ophthalmic is used to treat the swelling associated with bacterial infections of the eye.

Tobradex is used to treat bacterial infections or inflammation of the eyes. It is available as an ointment and a liquid suspension.

Tobradex may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.