Hi Ruth...I am awaiting the data sheet from SmithKline Beecham the manufacturers and will post any information they make available. Until then Ropinerole is an agonist which can be used with or without levodopa. It is supposed to have less side effects than Pergolide, and I am led to believe it may be less expensive. It was launched in the UK on 6th September . Jeremy Browne(on the list) is about to start taking it and I feel sure he will reply to you! >I recently heard the names of these 2 new Parkinson medications, but cannot >find out anything about them. if anyone can fill me in with any information >about these 2 medications I would appreciate it. > >Thank you; > >Ruth Ashley >eashley481 > >