Mirapex anyone

crittermom

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I suffer from RLS(Restless Leg Syndrom). I was on 4mg of Requip for it.It got to the point,that it was not helping me anymore.My legs would throb,and I would be constantly moving them.My Dr put me on Mirapex.It is for Parkisons--but is also good for RLS. I am finding it VERY hard to function the following day after taking it.
I'm only on 0.25 mg once at night.But, the next day--I am very groggy.I'm NOT complaining mind you--just wondering if anyone else here has any experience with this med?
(I'm not complaining, as I am atleast able to sleep at night.But, am drowsy the next day)
 

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Try taking it earlier. Instead of taking it right when you go to bed, take it a few hours earlier and make sure you keep to a schedule. If you go to bed at 10, take the medication at 6:30 or 7:00 pm daily.
 
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thanks hon!!
I took half at 8 pm,and the other half at 11.It seems to have done ALOT better!!
 
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