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Does Ropinirole Help Cure Restless Leg Syndrome?

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Posted on Sat, 24 Dec 2016
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Question : I've read that ropinirole er is not for restless leg.
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Answered by Dr. Panagiotis Zografakis (42 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
it is true...

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

although it sounds strange because it's the same active substance, immediate release ropinirole is indicated for restless legs syndrome. Extended release ropinirole is not! Extended release ropinirole is indicated for Parkinson's disease.

Kind Regards!
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Does Ropinirole Help Cure Restless Leg Syndrome?

Brief Answer: it is true... Detailed Answer: Hello, although it sounds strange because it's the same active substance, immediate release ropinirole is indicated for restless legs syndrome. Extended release ropinirole is not! Extended release ropinirole is indicated for Parkinson's disease. Kind Regards!