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RLS and Compulsive Gambling: The Relationship Between Dopaminergic Agonist Medications and Pathologic Gambling (Restless Legs Syndrome) (Clinical Report)

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Title: RLS and Compulsive Gambling: The Relationship Between Dopaminergic Agonist Medications and Pathologic Gambling (Restless Legs Syndrome) (Clinical Report)
Author : Sleep Review
Release Date : January 01, 2008
Genre: Psychology,Books,Health, Mind & Body,
Pages : * pages
Size : 65 KB

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Restless legs syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by the urge to move the legs, which is partially but temporarily relieved by movement. Patients may have a worsening of symptoms at rest and in the evening and, as a consequence, sleep disturbances. Restless legs syndrome is common and may affect 10% of the population. Evidence-based and clinical guidelines identify dopamine agonists as a first-line treatment for daily restless legs symptoms. (1) There has been recent buzz in the media regarding the possibility of dopaminergic agonist medications such as pramipexole (Mirapex) causing pathologic gambling in some patients. (2,3) This is sensational and interesting, but what is the real science regarding the risk for dopaminergic agonist medications causing pathologic gambling? BACKGROUND

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