The first 3 months of this drug definitely helped my RLS, but created nausea and hallucinations (flowers on the curtains jumping off curtains). I stuck it out though. 5 years later I still take the same dose but no longer have side effects. Definitely worth it in the long run.
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actually i am taking Sifrol , and i wish toknow the side effects of Sifrol ,and if there is a vitamin supplement i could take to rid me of this discomfort permanently
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Kathy | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
1/23/2010
Condition: Extreme Discomfort in Calves when Sitting or Lying Down
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I have had RLS ever since I became pregnant with my daughter 23 years ago. I could not sleep because my muscles in my thighs were so uncomfortable. I would have to fall asleep with my legs criss cross apple sauce. I have tried many medications with no help. My doctor perscribed this medication and my life is back. I take one in the morning and 2 at night about 30 min before I go to bed because it does make me sleepy. I would love to find out how to cure this problem but until then this medication is my life line.Read More Read Less
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cheapskate863 | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
4/28/2009
Condition: Extreme Discomfort in Calves when Sitting or Lying Down
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I have used Mirapex for a couple of years now and can not believe the difference!! If I miss a dose I feel like crawling the walls again!! I take one pill, .25 mg, in mid afternoon and one in late evening. My doctor changed me to Requip because it is available in generic and is less expensive but it is nowhere near as effective, I have to take one pill, .5, early afternoon one early evening and one before I go to bed!!! Honestly I hate it. I am going back to the Mirapex as soon as it is gone!!Read More Read Less
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mirapex | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
1/30/2009
Condition: Other
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r.l.s. treatment
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
1/24/2009
Condition: Extreme Discomfort in Calves when Sitting or Lying Down
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i wake up with dry mouth, some nausea
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Jan | 45-54 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/25/2008
Condition: Parkinson's Disease
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Caused extreme sleepiness, daydreams and hallucinations. Became dehydrated and constipated after just a few days.
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[email protected] | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/13/2008
Condition: Extreme Discomfort in Calves when Sitting or Lying Down
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actually i am taking Sifrol , and i wish toknow the side effects of Sifrol ,and if there is a vitamin supplement i could take to rid me of this discomfort permanently
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gary | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
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