Restless Legs Archives

Comparing Ropinirole and Pramipexole – Which One Should We Use?

Date January 22, 2020 Author By Eric Christianson Category Parkinsons, Restless Legs

Oftentimes there are numerous agents within a class of medication. Ropinirole (Requip) and pramipexole (Mirapex) is an example of this. When comparing ropinirole and pramipexole, there are clinical differences that might alter which one you choose. Comparing Ropinirole and Pramipexole Pharmacokinetics The most obvious difference when comparing ropinirole and pramipexole involves pharmacokinetic differences. The two […]

Leg Pains and Medication Overload

Date August 4, 2019 Author By Eric Christianson Category Restless Legs

An 81-year-old patient is complaining of cramps in his legs which are particularly bothersome at night. He also states that he gets a creepy/crawly sensation in both of his legs. He was initiated on ropinirole 0.5 mg at bedtime with a diagnosis of restless legs. After 2 weeks of taking this medication, his symptoms haven’t […]

Duplicate Dopamine Agonists – Case Study

Date July 3, 2019 Author By Eric Christianson Category Restless Legs

In this case scenario, I discuss some ideas as to how I would handle a patient on duplicate dopamine agonists. A 58-year-old female has a history of diabetes, restless legs, anemia, and GERD. Her major concern has been with her restless legs as she has not been able to sleep. Her current medication list includes: […]