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Why Are Gabapentin And Ropinirole Prescribed For Restless Leg Syndrome?
Question: Why would my dr. prescribe two meds for restless leg syndrome. Gabapentin 300 MG and Ropinirole 0.5 MG?
Brief Answer:
to maximise your relief
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
These two agents are in different family of drugs and work in different ways.
Ropinirole is what is called a dopaminergic agent and gabapentin is an anticonvulsant (anti seizure medication though used in a lot of other conditions).
It is thought that the dopaminergic agents like ropinirole would improve the sensory symptoms associated with restless leg syndrome. Sensory symptoms would be feelings of abnormal sensations such as nerve pain, tingling etc
Gabapentin helps with both sensory and motor (movement) symptoms.
Your doctor may have suggested the combination so that they could work together to help relieve your symptoms.
There are no known interactions between these agents.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
to maximise your relief
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
These two agents are in different family of drugs and work in different ways.
Ropinirole is what is called a dopaminergic agent and gabapentin is an anticonvulsant (anti seizure medication though used in a lot of other conditions).
It is thought that the dopaminergic agents like ropinirole would improve the sensory symptoms associated with restless leg syndrome. Sensory symptoms would be feelings of abnormal sensations such as nerve pain, tingling etc
Gabapentin helps with both sensory and motor (movement) symptoms.
Your doctor may have suggested the combination so that they could work together to help relieve your symptoms.
There are no known interactions between these agents.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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