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Suggest Treatment For Restless Legs Syndrome
Posted on
Wed, 12 Jul 2017
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Wed, 12 Jul 2017
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Question : My question is this what medication can I take for restless legs without affecting my kidneys which I am having to contend with. Thank You
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Brief Answer:
You can take pramipexole as advised
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
Pramipexole is the approved drug for restless leg syndrome.
It can be started at a low dose of 0.125 mg at bed time.
In case with renal disease, dose needs to be modified according to creatinine clearance. The increase in dose should be slow.
Iron profile should be done for any coexisting iron deficiency.
Other medications can be continued.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
You can take pramipexole as advised
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
Pramipexole is the approved drug for restless leg syndrome.
It can be started at a low dose of 0.125 mg at bed time.
In case with renal disease, dose needs to be modified according to creatinine clearance. The increase in dose should be slow.
Iron profile should be done for any coexisting iron deficiency.
Other medications can be continued.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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