Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Discussion Board

I have had RLS for over 12 years, severe enough that I need to take medicine every night, otherwise no sleep. I have tried many drugs over the years, include benzodiazapenes and dopamine agonists. My doctor has had me on Lyrica for several weeks and I am impressed with the results. I am sleeping wel...

I have used Ultram before, quite a while ago, but not by itself. Not sure what I used it with. I might have alternated it with Xanax in conjuction with Mirapex. Thanks fo the suggestion. Had forgotten about Ultram. will talk to my doctor about it.

Ambien helps me get to sleep but I need something else. I prefer a benzo, especially Xanax, but my docs are down on benzos. So I went back to Requip with a 0.5 Ambien. Don't like the results. I awaken every night after only 3 hours sleep. Then sleep in fits the rest of the night. Ambien CR I found t...

I used Xanax for months at a time and have had no issues in transitioning to other meds. I need something every night. I have always felt the best the next day after taking Xanax. Not sure if it is anti-anxiety med still in my system. Xanax has a short half life (4 hours I think). My ex was a physic...