Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Discussion Board

Monday, October 7 Welcome to Colehenry, who can't sleep due to Restless Leg. The itchy feeling is terrible. He has tried taking ropinole, gabapenten, showers... Nothing seems to help. Please post a note telling us about the dose of ropinirole that you were taking. We can offer some suggestions to di...

Sunday, October 6 Welcome to Jenza62, who is constantly tired and frustrated. She was put on medication 18months ago which was amazing for a time, but then ceased to be effective and she has stopped taking it. Back to square one, and plus some. Please post a note telling us about that medication and...

Saturday, October 5 Welcome to SueB, who is seeking natural remedies for RLS Take a look at our forums on Non-Prescription Medications and Physical Treatments to get an idea of what works and what does not. If you do a search using the magnifying glass in the upper left corner, you will also find se...

It would seem to me that you (and your doctor) have two options at this point. Increase the dose of Tramadol ER to 200mg or switch to something like methadone where the starting dose would be 5 or 10 mg.

Saturday, October 5 Welcome to Laura95, who has had increased symptoms and needs the support of people who understand. We would be happy to provide whatever support that you need. Please post a note telling us about your current meds so that we can provide some suggestions about your increasing symp...

I don't think that the issue with timing is so much about adsorption as it has to do with timing the drowsiness effect of the medication with your bedtime. Taking it after dinner may be appropriate timing most of the time, but if you had a special event that was going to delay bedtime, then I would ...

I was initially put on 100mg Tramadol ER last year. It helped the need to move, but it wasn't enough, especially since I was switching from methadone. Because I had 100mg tablets, I tried taking 200mg and that is what I needed. My doctor agreed to leave me on 200mg Tramadol ER. I should also add tha...

RLS onset in childhood and teenage years happens, but it's less common than onset in a later age (AFAIK). If it's a genetic issue with iron transport, why is RLS in children rare? RLS in childhood may not be all that rare. We need to remember that even my adult doctors are not adequately diagnosing...

Wednesday, October 2 Welcome to Glosmenagerie, who has had RLS most of her life and has coped by moving around a lot. Her RLS has been worsening and is turning into full body misery. She needs new coping skills. Please post a note telling us about what you have been doing and whether you are taking ...

There are a number of websites that list side effects for various medications that you can find by searching Ropinirole and Side Effects. Dizziness is listed as a common side effect for ropinirole. If this is dizziness to the point of risking fainting or falling, then you should call your doctor imm...

Wednesday, October 2 Welcome to Jayebard, who describes RLS as the most miserable thing to deal with because it takes from sleep and well being. Jayebard is no longer responding to RX. Please post a note telling us what you have been taking. There are always more meds to try to find something that w...

Tuesday, October 1 Welcome to Ctuppy, who has had RLS for years but has been experiencing the symptoms more frequently and the severity has increased lately. It has been interfering with Ctuppy's sleep and as a result Ctuppy is really tired the next day. Ctuppy's Dad had the same issue but nobody kn...

Monday, September 30 Welcome to Missouriwalker, who has had RLS for 30yrs. Missouriwalker augmented on Mirapex/Pramipexole back in 2018 and it took 5mos to wean off it. And is now trying to find right combo. Please post a note telling us what combos you have tried. Most of us have been through augme...

The closest RLS specialist to you that I know of is Dr Philip Becker in Dallas.

Saturday, September 28 Welcome to mjtkgundy, who as a sufferer of RLS is always interested in discussions to increase her knowledge and awareness of treatments. RLS has made her life very difficult and at times, unbearable. Please post a note to let us know what you do to manage your RLS and asking ...