Can any one help

[Emz2191]

Hi everyone I’ve had RLS for a few year now and yes my doctor has gave me medication for it but it does not work. It’s like I’m possessed when RL starts as I’m starting to fall asleep I’ve woke my self up because my body had jerked that much I’ve thrown my self of the bed in my room wall now it’s got to the point we’re im having about 3 hours of sleep a week but I’m starting to loos my memort and think I’m going Insane.strong sleeping tablets arnt helping me sleep either

[Kaarina Administrator]

Hi Emz

What medication has your doctor prescribed that does not work for you?

You may be suffering from PLMD. Periodic Leg Movement Disorder. This link may be of some help to you:

rls-uk.org/periodic-leg-mov...

[Emz2191 in reply to Kaarina]

Gabapenthin and codeine,thank you I’m gna have a look at that

[involuntarydancer]

I find strong sleeping pills make the problem worse because they don’t stop the legs but you feel dazed and confused and it’s more difficult to cope.

Your symptoms sound very severe. Check your not taking anything that makes rls worse, for example some anti-histamines, some anti-depressants, benedryl (in cough bottles), some artificial sweeteners, anitryptiline etc.

It sounds like you may need a stronger treatment. Maybe a stronger opioid like tramadol or OxyContin along with the gabapentin. Some people don’t absorb gabapentin so well - it might be worth trying pregabalin.