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RLS nightmare

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Flangies
Flangies

So been on gabepentine for 3 weeks now and have only had 2 nights oof rls. 2 nights were very mild and the rls was very little and a walk around and back in bed helped. Fingers crossed I will get it less and less now

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  • RobertT
    RobertT Flangies

    Posted

    Oh, that's good. That's just with the gabapentin, is it? Do keep us informed.
  • graham9772
    graham9772 Flangies

    Posted

    This sounds really promising.

    Just for other people's info

    The Horizant brand is also used to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS).

    The Neurontin brand is also used to treat seizures in adults and children who are at least 3 years old.

    Use only the brand and form of gabapentin that your doctor has prescribed. Check your medicine each time you get a refill at the pharmacy, to make sure you have received the correct form of this medication.

    but I draw your attention to the following warning.

    Some people have thoughts about suicide while taking this medicine. Your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits while you are using gabapentin. Your family or other caregivers should also be alert to changes in your mood or symptoms.  from http://www.drugs.com/gabapentin.html which appears to be a reliable web site.

    Goode luck but speak to your doctor about this aspect.

    • Flangies
      Flangies graham9772

      Posted

      Thanks Graham,

      I will keep everyone informed of how I am getting on with Gabepentine.  I will also keep an eye on the suicide tendencies.  I dont want that feeling.  I take 1 a night, ny GP said I can take up to 3 a day.  But I dont feel I need them in the day, unless my RLS gets worse,, I did tell her that sometimes I get RLS early evening

       

  • graham9772
    graham9772 Flangies

    Posted

    Good Luck

    I wish you many sleepfilled nights.

    Cheers

    Graham

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