Author ORCID Identifier
https://orcid.org/0009-0006-1572-9197
Abstract
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized primarily by motor symptoms such as bradykinesia, rigidity, and tremor. Though commonly associated with motor symptoms but can also present with significant non-motor symptoms such as sleep disturbances, psychosis, and cognitive decline. These symptoms may arise spontaneously or be medication-induced. We present the case of a 53-year-old male with Parkinson’s disease who developed nocturnal behavioural disturbances and psychotic features, likely secondary to dopaminergic agonist medication. Symptom resolution followed adjustment of antiparkinsonian medications and the introduction of antipsychotic medication
Publication Date
2026
Publisher
JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research
Conflict of Interest
NIL
Keywords
Parkinson's disease, ropinorole, dopaminergic agonists, behavioural disturbances, psychotic symptoms
Word Count
797
Recommended Citation
Arora K, J AC, Raman R, Arora V, Annigeri B, Sadashiv M.
Ropinirole-Induced Sleep-Related Behavioral Disturbances and Psychotic Symptoms in Parkinson's Disease: A Case Report.
Digital Journal of Clinical Medicine.
2026;
8(2):
-.
doi:
https://doi.org/10.55691/2582-3868.1308
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Ropinirole-Induced Sleep-Related Behavioral Disturbances and Psychotic Symptoms in Parkinson's Disease: A Case Report