Restless Legs Syndrome Articles
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Requip is a dopamine agonist that helps relieve symptoms of Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome. This eMedTV page further describes this drug and its uses, as well as dosage guidelines and potential side effects.
Mirapex is a prescription medicine approved to treat Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome. This eMedTV article provides an overview of Mirapex, including information on how this drug works, possible side effects, dosing tips, and more.
As this eMedTV article explains, restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a disorder characterized by unpleasant sensations in the legs; it results in an almost irresistible urge to move the legs. This page covers RLS and its causes, symptoms, and prognosis.
Treatment for Restless Legs Syndrome
Lifestyle changes and medications are the main forms of treatment for restless legs syndrome. This part of the eMedTV library offers an in-depth look at the many treatment options that can minimize the symptoms of restless legs syndrome.
Medication for Restless Legs Syndrome
Medication for restless legs syndrome can include dopaminergics, benzodiazepines, and anticonvulsants. This eMedTV article takes a look at these and other types of medication, including narcotics, that are used to treat restless legs syndrome.
This eMedTV segment lists potential Requip side effects and also offers precautions and warnings about the drug. Most patients taking Requip do not experience side effects or only experience minor side effects, such as nausea or fatigue.
Restless Legs Syndrome Treatment
Restless legs syndrome treatment usually involves lifestyle changes or medications. This eMedTV segment offers various options for restless legs syndrome treatment, such as getting adequate exercise and setting a regular sleep pattern.
As this eMedTV article explains, restless legs syndrome causes can include a disease, medications, other substances, or the cause can be unknown. This page describes the possible causes for both primary and secondary restless legs syndrome.
Symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome
Symptoms of restless legs syndrome include an almost irresistible urge to move the legs when sitting down. This eMedTV resource lists other symptoms of restless legs syndrome and offers information on their frequency and severity.
Common side effects of Mirapex include nausea, insomnia, and headaches. This eMedTV Web page lists other Mirapex side effects, including serious side effects (such as difficulty breathing and vision changes) that may require prompt medical care.
Requip and Restless Legs Syndrome
Requip is a drug that is used to treat moderate to severe restless legs syndrome. This eMedTV page offers information on Requip and restless legs syndrome, including information on the drug's clinical studies and potential side effects.
Cure for Restless Legs Syndrome
While there is no cure for restless legs syndrome (RLS), there are still things that can be done. This eMedTV segment offers suggestions, such as treating any underlying conditions and getting better quality sleep, for reducing symptoms of RLS.
Restless Legs Syndrome Research
Two specific areas of restless legs syndrome research include understanding dopamine and pallidotomy. This eMedTV segment describes the latest research on restless legs syndrome and explains how it could lead to improved treatment.
No generic Mirapex (pramipexole) products are currently licensed for sale. This page from the eMedTV Web site offers information on when a generic version may become available and explains the difference between Mirapex and pramipexole.
Living With Restless Legs Syndrome
As this eMedTV page explains, living with restless legs syndrome can be frustrating because the disorder is usually a lifelong condition. However, there are things you can do to help control symptoms. This page provides an overview of these options.
This eMedTV Web page explains that although it is not known if Mirapex (pramipexole) passes through breast milk in humans, it does pass through breast milk in rats. This article also explains what to do if you are taking Mirapex and breastfeeding.
Mirapex may cause compulsive behaviors, such as gambling, hypersexuality, or binge eating. This eMedTV page discusses the possible link between Mirapex and gambling (as well as other behaviors) and explains what to watch for when taking this drug.