Restless legs and akathisia
EBM Guidelines
Mar 1, 2021 • Latest change Oct 9, 2023
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Extract
- Restless legs syndrome is a condition in which the patient experiences nocturnal, unpleasant sensations in the lower extremities alleviated by moving the legs. The condition may result in serious insomnia.
- Drugs that block the action of dopamine may cause akathisia Involuntary movements1.
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Amantadine, G25.8, Neurology, Physical medicine, Propranolol, Restless Legs Syndrome, Tramadol, akathisia, biperiden