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rotigotine · Medicine question

Can rotigotine affect driving?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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Answer

Yes. It can cause marked sleepiness or sudden sleep without warning. Do not drive if affected and discuss this promptly with the prescriber.

Sources for this answer

Rotigotine Luye 1 mg/24 h transdermal patchemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 1
UK GovernmentUK Government · Reputable Web

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