Posted by spriggy on July 17, 2007, at 14:30:27
In reply to Re: Restless Legs Syndrome? » jerrypharmstudent, posted by Zyprexa on July 17, 2007, at 12:59:13
When I went on Ultram for my fibromyalgia/Lymes' pain, I started experiencing Restless Leg Syndrome.
I know Ultran effects seratonin so I suppose that was the reason.
I did a bit of reading and talked to a nutritionist/naturopath who told me that she had seen success with adding an Iron supplement for folks with restless leg syndrome.
Oddly enough, I figured it wouldn't hurt to try and within a few weeks, it did get much better until it went away altogether.
I'm on Zoloft now (3rd week) and I noticed last night that I felt a little bit of that leg restlessness. If I can tuck my legs/feet around a heavy blanket or in the couch cushions (where pressure is applied to them), it seems to help me.
I've also had akathasia which was a MUCH more intense feeling ALL over my body; I felt like I needed to crawl out of my skin or jump out of a window.
Just keep an eye on it and make sure it isn't something more than restless leg.
Hope you find something to help- it sure is annoying and uncomfortable.
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