Permax Restless Legs Syndrome

Permax Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Information

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Many patients diagnosed with Restless Legs Syndrome have been prescribed a recently recalled drug called Permax. Restless legs syndrome is a neurological disorder associated with an uncontrollable urge to move in an attempt to relieve unpleasant or abnormal sensations in the legs. Permax, which is also used to treat Parkinson's disease, is used to help reduce RLS symptoms and periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD).

What Is Restless Legs Syndrome?

It is estimated that RLS affects as many as 12 million people in the United States. Even though Restless Legs Syndrome can affect people at any age, most patients who have serious symptoms are middle-aged or older. In general, older RLS patients suffer more frequently from serious affects and for longer periods of time.

Over 80 percent of people suffering from Restless Legs Syndrome also have a very common condition known as periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD). PLMD is associated with jerking movements during sleep and involuntary leg twitching.

Restless Legs Syndrome Treatment Permax

In the majority of cases, the cause of RLS is unknown and often goes undiagnosed. Currently, there is not a standard diagnostic test for RLS. In 1995, the International Restless Legs Syndrome Study group identified four criteria for diagnosing RLS:

1. a desire to move the limbs, often associated with paresthesias or dysesthesias,
2. symptoms that are worse or present only during rest and are partially or temporarily relieved by activity,
3. motor restlessness, and
4. nocturnal worsening of symptoms.

Doctors may prescribe a variety of medications to treat RLS. Generally, doctors choose from dopaminergics, benzodiazepines, opioids and anticonvulsants. Dopamine agonists such as Permax (peroglide) are prescribed for patients to help alleviate symptoms of RLS. Permax leaky heart valve problems have prompted a voluntary recall of the drug and Restless Legs Syndrome patients who have suffered heart valve problems should talk to their doctor regarding alternative treatments that are available.

If you or a loved one has suffered from a Permax leaky heart valve injury after taking the drug for Restless Legs Syndrome you may be able to file a Permax claim. A Parkinson's Permax lawyer can help evaluate your claim. Free initial consultation. No fees unless we recover compensation for you.

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