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Severe Case Of RLS, Tried Different Medication, Mirapex Gave Some Relief, Prescribed Neupro. Any Side Effects ?
Hi Dr ,
I am "blessed" with a severe case of RLS. Over the years I have tried different medication to attenuate the symptoms of this desease and Mirapex, at a daily dosage of about 4 to 5 mg. taken twice a day gave me some relief. But, as I get older, he inconfort associated with the RSL tend to extend itself over a longer period of time in the same period of 24 hours.
My neurologist wants to prescribe Neupro to replace Mirapex but everything I read on the side effects of Neupro makes me hesitate big time. I have gained a bout 20-25 pounds since the dosage I take of Mirapex went over the 3mg daily dosage. By the way, I've just turned 64 but still am in great shape even though I also have a sleeping disorder ( I sleep about 3 hours per night on and off) and since I can't sleep, I have developped a great relationship with our Fridg, who keeps me company while I binge what ever he offers me.
I know you can't do miracles, so what do you recommend? Should I change Mirapex for Neupro?
Thank you for your time!
AAAA
From Montreal
Quebec, Canada
I am "blessed" with a severe case of RLS. Over the years I have tried different medication to attenuate the symptoms of this desease and Mirapex, at a daily dosage of about 4 to 5 mg. taken twice a day gave me some relief. But, as I get older, he inconfort associated with the RSL tend to extend itself over a longer period of time in the same period of 24 hours.
My neurologist wants to prescribe Neupro to replace Mirapex but everything I read on the side effects of Neupro makes me hesitate big time. I have gained a bout 20-25 pounds since the dosage I take of Mirapex went over the 3mg daily dosage. By the way, I've just turned 64 but still am in great shape even though I also have a sleeping disorder ( I sleep about 3 hours per night on and off) and since I can't sleep, I have developped a great relationship with our Fridg, who keeps me company while I binge what ever he offers me.
I know you can't do miracles, so what do you recommend? Should I change Mirapex for Neupro?
Thank you for your time!
AAAA
From Montreal
Quebec, Canada
Tue, 23 Jul 2013
Hi, what ever the drug you use be comfertable your self. don't think that it is a disease, 1 of of 10 tend to have this difficulty. First of all you leave the feeling of the disease.
Besides using medication you practice yoga, meditation, reading books of your interest it documented for the relief. and hearing music before sleeping.
Consult a physician regarding lack of iron, and other trace elements which may increase the tendency. Thank you.
Besides using medication you practice yoga, meditation, reading books of your interest it documented for the relief. and hearing music before sleeping.
Consult a physician regarding lack of iron, and other trace elements which may increase the tendency. Thank you.
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