A female developed a feeling of an insect crawling on her legs at night which was relieved by shaking her legs. Which of the following is the drug of choice for her condition?: (A) Pramipexole, (B) Gabapentin, (C) Vit B12, (D) Iron tablets
Answer is A. Restless Leg Syndrome* Common disorder affecting 1-5% of peopleCauses* Hereditary* Idiopathic* Parkinson's* Pregnancy* Iron deficiency anemia* Peripheral neuropathySymptoms* Restlessness and curious sensory disturbances lead to an irresistible urge to move the limbsDrug of Choice* Pramipexole (0.125-0.5 mg RO OD) or Ropinirole (0.25-4 mg P.O OD)