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Need expert advice. what helps when you have restless leg syndrome ?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Please see your: Physician as there are prescription medications that can be used to treat restless leg syndrome.

Answered 3/23/2014

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Many valuable meds: Restless leg syndrome is very common and relatively easy to treat. Dopamine agonists such as requip, mirapex, and the newer Neupro (rotigotine) patch work well. Horizant, a Gabapentin like product does an excellent job. Calf and ankle stretching prior to bedtime may assist some. Underlying iron metabolism issues should be checked.. Have you had a ferritin test?

Answered 3/5/2015

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