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Is requip (ropinirole) the only medication available for restless leg syndrome?

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RESTLESS LEG : Treatments are: dopaminergic , benzodiazepines, anticonvulsants and opioids as the last resort.

Dr Khanna agreed

Answered 6/17/2014

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