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I suffer from idiopathic rls since last 1.5 years & have had anxiety issues since several years. i have tried different anxiety meds. but all of those aggravates my rls badly. i am on lyrica 75 for rls but what are my treatment options for anxiety?

Q: i suffer from idiopathic rls since last 1.5 years & have had anxiety issues since several years. i have tried different anxiety meds. but all of those aggravates my rls badly. i am on lyrica 75 for rls but what are my treatment options for anxiety?

: Trust that your Lyrica is controlling the RLS. Since this drug is metabolized mainly via the kidney, and has almost no cytochrome, or drug-drug interactions, numerous anti-anxiety medications could be chosen. Visit your doctor and discuss appropriate strategies.

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Trust that your Lyrica is controlling the RLS. Since this drug is metabolized mainly via the kidney, and has almost no cytochrome, or drug-drug interactions, numerous anti-anxiety medications could be chosen. Visit your doctor and discuss appropriate strategies.

Answered 3/24/2022

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A member asked:

I suffer from idiopathic rls since last 1.5 years & have had anxiety issues since several years. i have tried different anxiety meds. but all of those aggravates my rls badly. i am on lyrica 75 for rls but what are my treatment options for anxiety?

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