Hi I have been on Mirapex for about 6 months, plus I continune to take my sinemet with it. At first the Mirapex was great. I felt great and people commented on how well I looked. My energy levels were up I had way more energy, my balance improved as did my mood. It was almost like a miracle.

BUT... (there always seems to be a but). I have developed compulsive eating disorder. Never in my life have I had a weight problem or an overwhelming desire to eat eat eat. I can finish a full supper and wonder what else I could eat. I would wake up in the middle of the night and finish off a carton or ice cream (and I'm talking 2Literes). My 5'8" weight has gone from a comfortable 135lbs. to 165lbs in about 3-4 months. I want off this drug but I am trying accupuncture to see if it will help the cravings.

Good Luck with your decision. Keeping in mind everyone has different responses to drugs. This is just mine.

paulie