what works for restless legs syndrome
June 2005
People are wondering what works for restless legs syndrome.
About 10% of the adult population is affected by these overpowering urges to move their legs...especially when at rest.
Dopamine agonists are thought to help...ropinirole (Requip), pramipexole (Mirapex) and pergolide (Permax). They boost dopamine, a neurotransmitter responsible for controlling movement.
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