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Wanted to replace mirapex (pramipexole) with horizont for rls my ins. won't cover it, any other suggestions?

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Dr. Parham Gharagozlou answered

Specializes in Sleep Medicine

Samples?: I think the manufacturer still give samples discuss with them and prescribing physician.

Dr Ihle agreed

Answered 9/11/2013

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