Hello.My name is dr.Dorina Gurabardhi.Some tips for easing the symtoms of the
restless leg syndrome are:
-beginning a regular exercise program
- establishing regular sleep patterns
-eliminating or decreasing the use of caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco, may be helpful.
Other non-drug RLS treatments may include:
-Leg massages
-Hot baths or heating pads or ice packs applied to the legs
-Good sleep habits
-A vibrating pad called Relaxis
-Medications may be helpful.Some drugs are:
-Dopaminergic drugs, which act on the
neurotransmitter dopamine in the brain. Mirapex, Neupro, and Requip are FDA-approved for treatment of moderate to severe RLS. Others, such as levodopa, may also be prescribed.
-Benzodiazepines, a class of sedative medications, may be used to help with sleep, but they can cause daytime
drowsiness.
-Narcotic pain relievers may be used for
severe pain.
-Anticonvulsants, or antiseizure drugs, such as Tegretol, Lyrica, Neurontin, and Horizant.
Although there is no cure for
restless legs syndrome, current treatments can help control the condition, decrease symptoms, and improve sleep.
Hope this answer will help you.Thanks