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  • Nov 14, 2009, 11:15 PM
    deb2487
    Restless leg
    What medicine is generally prescribed for restless leg syndrome
  • Nov 15, 2009, 05:51 AM
    tickle

    RLS can be caused by any number of medical conditions such alcoholism, diabetes, hyperthryroidism, kidney disease, etc. so there isn't any general meds that can assist with this ailment. Extensive blood work must be done first to determine underlying medical conditions, and then it can be determined what to prescribe.

    Tick
  • Nov 15, 2009, 08:53 AM
    J_9
    Here's some info for you

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    Low doses of pramipexole or ropinirole (Requip) have been found to be very effective in controlling symptoms in some people. If sleep is severely disrupted, medications such as Sinemet (an anti-Parkinson's medication), gabapentin and pregabalin, or tranquilizers such as clonazepam may be prescribed, but they may cause daytime sleepiness.

    Patients with iron deficiency will receive iron supplements.

    Low doses of narcotics may sometimes relieve symptoms of restless leg syndrome.
    Found here... https://health.google.com/health/ref...s+leg+syndrome

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