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Does Gabapentin Help Cure Restless Legs Syndrome?

been using morphine 25 quick release for year n half for back pain. Last two months added heroin or w18 to my addiction. doing the cold turkey detox its hell but I have gabapentin it has cured the restless legs syndrome and made detox much easier. I am in second day how long till I feel strong again right now feel so week
Tue, 21 Jan 2020
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Hello,

Gabapentin help to control pain. However, it will not cure the condition. Drugs like ropinirole will be more effective. Consult a neurologist and he will direct you accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Does Gabapentin Help Cure Restless Legs Syndrome?

Hello, Gabapentin help to control pain. However, it will not cure the condition. Drugs like ropinirole will be more effective. Consult a neurologist and he will direct you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician