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Restless Leg Syndrome. On Ropinirole, Vitamin And Magnesium Supplements. Spasm And Twitch In Legs. Visit To Neurologist Needed?

Suffering from Restless Leg Syndrome for many years. It has gotten unbearable over the last 10 months. I am taking Ropinirole, the generic equivalent of Requip. Also taking iron, Vit C, B & D & magnesium supplements. Nothing is working. My legs spasm and twitch, especially in the afternoon and evening. I cannot relax. Any suggestions on what else I can do? Should I see a neurologist? Thanks for any assistance you can provide.
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Hi,
Thank you for posting your query.

Yes, it may be a good idea to consult a neurologist to determine whether you require a change in medications or the dosage of current medications.

Ropinirole is a good medicine for treating restless legs syndrome. In addition, pramipexole is also effective in many people.

I hope it helps.

Please get back if you require any additional information.

Best wishes,

Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad,
My personal URL on this website: http://bit.ly/Dr-Sudhir-kumar
My blog: http://bestneurodoctor.blogspot.com/

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Restless Leg Syndrome. On Ropinirole, Vitamin And Magnesium Supplements. Spasm And Twitch In Legs. Visit To Neurologist Needed?

Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Yes, it may be a good idea to consult a neurologist to determine whether you require a change in medications or the dosage of current medications. Ropinirole is a good medicine for treating restless legs syndrome. In addition, pramipexole is also effective in many people. I hope it helps. Please get back if you require any additional information. Best wishes, Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology) Senior Consultant Neurologist Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, My personal URL on this website: http://bit.ly/Dr-Sudhir-kumar My blog: http://bestneurodoctor.blogspot.com/