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Apomorphine Sublingual Film is a sublingual film that contains 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg, or 30 mg of apomorphine hydrochloride.

Apomorphine Sublingual Film is a dopamine agonist that is used to treat “off” episodes in people with Parkinson’s disease (PD)

Apomorphine Sublingual Film is a non-ergoline dopamine agonist. It’s not exactly known how the medication helps with movement problems caused by Parkinson’s disease, but it’s thought to work by activating (turning on) dopamine receptors in the part of your brain involved with movement.

The typical starting dose of Apomorphine Sublingual Film is 10 mg dissolved under the tongue on an as-needed basis, up to 5 times per day. Don’t take more than 30 mg in a single dose. You can take another dose after at least 2 hours, but don’t take more than 1 dose for the same “off” episode.

Apomorphine Sublingual Film is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication in the following:

• Concomitant use of a 5HT3 antagonist
• Hypersensitivity to apomorphine or any of its ingredients including sodium metabisulfite

Common side effects of Apomorphine Sublingual Film:

• Nausea
• Mouth and lip swelling
• Mouth and throat pain and tingling sensation
• Sleepiness
• Dizziness

Serious side effects are rare with Apomorphine Sublingual Film. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following:

• Allergic reaction: hives, rash, blisters, skin reddening, swelling of the lips or tongue, difficulty breathing
• Abnormal heart rhythm: chest pounding, chest pain, shortness of breath, chest pain, feeling faint or lightheaded, irregular heartbeat
• Prolonged erection (erection lasting longer than 4 hours)

The following medications may interact with Apomorphine Sublingual Film:

• Antihypertensive medications and vasodilators Dopamine antagonists

Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers

Based on animal data, Apomorphine Sublingual Film may cause fetal harm. Talk to your doctor if you are already pregnant or if you have plans on becoming pregnant. They will recommend what is best for you.

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