Treatment for Restless Legs Syndrome
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The dope on dopamine
Cigna
Drugs for restless legs syndrome often target dopamine, the brain signaling protein. Learn why these drugs are used and what their common side effects are.
This article discusses treatment for restless legs syndrome and describes common side effects. Sometimes symptoms can actually increase or rebound as a drug wears off.
What drug will work for me?
Forest Hills Med. Assoc.
A bit technical, this article sheds light on why doctors may choose a particular treatment for restless legs syndrome.
Use this good resource to find a clinical trial exploring a treatment for restless legs syndrome.
How RLS drugs work
We Move
Hard on the eyes, but a detailed discussion on treatment for restless legs syndrome and the biology behind the drugs.
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A snapshot of RLS drugs
Talk About Sleep
Here's a concise summary of treatment for restless legs syndrome that describes benefits, limitations and side effects of particular drugs.
Living with RLS
CNN
This short article describes symptoms and treatment for restless legs syndrome, and includes useful self-care strategies.
ABCs and Dx of RLS
AAFP
Here is a detailed discussion of treatments for restless legs syndrome. Learn how a doctor diagnoses RLS.
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Find an RLS friend
RLS Foundation
Drugs commonly used to treat restless legs syndrome are disccused here along with guidelines for finding support groups and doctors.
Get help--and help yourself
Help Guide
A pragmatic discussion of treatments for restless legs syndrome and self-help options. This article doesn't take sides.
DIY for RLS
How Stuff Works
Wearing socks at night, eating well and exercising correctly can make a world of difference. Explore self-care for treatment of restless legs syndrome.
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Cocktails of depression and RLS meds
RLS Foundation
Treatment for restless legs syndrome can require a delicate balance of medications for those suffering from depression.
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Not pumping enough iron?
NYU Medical School
This page describes the whys of treatment for restless legs syndrome and one possible cause - an iron imbalance in the brain.
What's the latest?
iVillage
Here is a summary of the current thinking about causes of and treatment for restless legs syndrome.
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Try these alternatives
Health A to Z
Treatment for restless legs syndrome includes non-traditional therapies.

