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MS and RLS, Top UK Neurologist talks about Dopamine Agonists

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One of the top MS neurologists in the UK has written about RLS in MS patients and states that he does not prescribe dopamine agonists because of the risk of augmentation. He also prescribes methadone for refractory RLS.

It's a small step, but hopefully, little by little, the message will get through to other UK neurologists.

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Madlegs1

Great job. It may encourage others to follow.

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Bumble34

Good to hear.

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Jumpey

As you say,a small step forward.

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HipHop1972

That’s good news Joolsg let’s hope others in the medical profession read his review and take note.

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Joolsg in reply to HipHop1972

I really, really hope so.

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