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Can lyrica (pregabalin) help with restless leg syndrome?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Lyrica (pregabalin) is an option: Unfortunately, there is no known cure for restless legs syndrome. Lyrica (pregabalin) an effective management option for many patients with RLS.

Answered 3/5/2015

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