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Probably been discussed before - what about muscle relaxers?

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ratfancy
ratfancy

Anyone tried muscle relaxers?  

Also, since Florida just approved medical marijuana - anyone tried that?

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  • Mary026
    Mary026 ratfancy

    Posted

    Apart from Gabapentin. I'm not aware of any other relaxants. But if you get any information please let me know

    Thanks

    Mary

    • Boomiesmom
      Boomiesmom Mary026

      Posted

      Robaxin is very effective.  Gabapentin works on nerves, Robaxin is an actual muscle relaxant.  Alone or with gabapentin or Requip it has been a lifesaver for me.  Dr started me on Robaxin 50 years ago long before rls even had a name or diagnosis.  Alone worked great for many years, have had to add Requip and/or gabapentin over lady 15 or so years.
    • Mary026
      Mary026 Boomiesmom

      Posted

      Many thanks for advice.

      I've never heard of those , but will ask my doctor.

      Anything worth a try

  • dianne92682
    dianne92682 ratfancy

    Posted

    Hi...I've been on clonazepam for 17 years for restless legs. They are a muscle relaxant normally prescribed for epilepsy. They are very effective and keep me sane.

  • Boomiesmom
    Boomiesmom ratfancy

    Posted

    I've used Robaxin for years.  Worked by itself for many years to calm the "jumpies". Have had to add other meds in recent years but use Robaxin every single night to help keep legs calm.  Dr.  added Baclofen but not as effective.

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