Rasipar 05mg Tablet can be used alone or in combination with other medications It can be taken with or without food but it is recommended to take it at the same time every day to maintain a consistent level of the medicine in your body Follow the dosage and duration prescribed by your doctor If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember It is important not to skip any doses and complete the full course of treatment even if you start feeling better Do not stop taking this medication suddenly without consulting your doctor as it can lead to confusion stiff muscles and a high fever Some common side effects of this medicine may include joint pain difficulty sleeping indigestion flulike symptoms depression cough and swelling in the extremities particularly in the lower limbs It can also cause dizziness and drowsiness so avoid driving or engaging in activities that require mental focus until you know how the medicine affects you Regular skin examinations are advised while taking this medicine as it can increase the risk of developing skin cancer If you experience any unusual changes in mood hallucinations an abnormally high sex drive an urge to gamble or uncontrolled spending inform your doctor as these symptoms may be harmful