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I was diagnosed in my 40’s with RLS but I had it most of my life. I underwent tons of insomnia medication’s with no avail. After a very long bout with no sleep, I went online and saw a RLS quiz. I had all 10 list symptoms. I thought I was a helpless insomniac. , My GP he ask me why I never told him about my “happy feet”. I said I thought everyone kicked and twitched. I thought my husband was odd (out cold as soon as he hits the pillow, Still take a while to sleep, but this was a long over due miracle to me. I have never had any side effects and I don’t forget a dose cause I lay awake kicking if I forget,
I don’t know if it will help but I wanted to share my experience. PD and RLC are related neurologically and treated with same meds.
Your doctor is suggesting a medicine that has been on the market for a long time so I would hope it could help, Start slow. I take 1 mg but started with half. I increased to 3 before I had another doctor suggest that I was over dosing and slowly refused to 1mg. Everyone can react differently so if you preceded do so with caution.
Hope you find the right solution that provides quality of life for years! Amy
My mom was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease later in her life. The neurologist explained to me that her disease progressed more slowly than someone who was diagnosed earlier in life. She lived to be 95 years old.
Parkinson’s disease is different for everyone. My mom had tremors, mobility issues and rigidity. Some people will have dementia along with Parkinson’s disease. My mom developed dementia later in her life.
Her neurologist prescribed Sinemet, Ativan and Seroquel. He also ordered home health to help build up her strength and balance.
Mom did fall occasionally. She was sent to a rehab facility where she participated in rigorous physical and occupational therapy.
Mom did improve after home health and rehab because she worked very hard in the program. They have designed exercises specifically for Parkinson’s patients.
My mom was not on the drug that you mentioned. Speak with your mom’s neurologist about her symptoms.
Ask the neurologist if he feels that physical and occupational therapy would help her. Occasionally, meds are adjusted. My mom’s meds were adjusted from time to time.
Wishing you and your mother well. I know firsthand how tough it is to care for a parent with Parkinson’s disease. My heart goes out to you.