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Suggest Dosage For Sinemet While Suffering From Restless Legs Syndrome
Question: how much senamet can i take for restless leg ?
Brief Answer:
Take treatment as advised and get investigated
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
The dosing of sinamet can be started at 0.125 mg at bed time and gradually increase according to response.
Usually 0.375 is sufficient.
Get an iron profile as it is linked with restless leg syndrome. Any deficiency requires supplementation.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Take treatment as advised and get investigated
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
The dosing of sinamet can be started at 0.125 mg at bed time and gradually increase according to response.
Usually 0.375 is sufficient.
Get an iron profile as it is linked with restless leg syndrome. Any deficiency requires supplementation.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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