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Charles T. Meyer, M.D. wrote:

> A lot of people get sedated from Requip so much so that they fall asleep rather
> suddenly.  Fortunately in my case it has worn off and I take about 20 mg. of
> Requip per day with only occasional somnolence. There have been some reports
> regarding falling asleep at the wheel and therefore while it is OK to drive one
> should be extremely careful and probably should avoid driving when tired
> especially on long trips.

I was reading in several posters that it is Mirapex that causes many patients to fall asleep
at the drop of a hat. Now this is confusing inasmuch as we were considering it as a possible
replacement for Permax.
Michel