Requip (generic: ropinirole) is a prescription medication used to treat Restless Legs Syndrome and Parkinson's disease. Requip belongs to a group of drugs called dopamine agonists, which help the brain to control body movement.

This medication comes in tablet form and is taken with or without food. For restless legs syndrome, one tablet is taken once a day before bedtime. For Parkinson's disease, Requip is taken three times a day.

Common side effects of Requip include nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness.  Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how Requip affects you.