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Date sent: Fri, 15 Dec 2000 16:45:52 -0800 Send reply to: Parkinson's Information Exchange Network <[log in to unmask]> From: Benjamin Winter <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Re: I am afraid and feel as though I am losing control. To: [log in to unmask] > who report that pramipexole is an > effective anti-depressant, on par with fluoxetine [Prozac], > along with the generally successful use of Mirapex together > with Sinemet. Be careful! Mirapex (Pramipexole) can cause episodes of "sleep attacks". This is very hazardous and, at the very least, the use of this drug (and Ropinrole does the same thing), means that the patient should not drive a vehicle. In some areas, the use of Mirapex and/or Ropinrole is grounds for suspension of a drivers license. Best, Bob ********************************************** Robert A. Fink, M. D., F.A.C.S., P. C. 2500 Milvia Street Suite 222 Berkeley, California 94704-2636 Telephone: 510-849-2555 FAX: 510-849-2557 WWW: http://www.rafink.com/ mailto:[log in to unmask] "Ex Tristitia Virtus" *********************************************