Vitamin E - Restless Leg Syndrome Message Board

elfinart · 07-10-2003, 01:00 PM

If this works for anyone else, great!.
My s.o. mentioned to his doctor that I had RLS and she suggested to him that I take 400iu of vitamin E daily before resorting to any harmful and expensive prescription drugs.
It HAS helped me. Not entirely, but the discomfort has diminished to the point where my ability to fall asleep isn't disturbed.
I'll keep the board informed if it continues to work.

elfinart · 07-11-2003, 06:54 PM

Well, it didn't seem to be entirely successful. I had definite improvement for three days, but last night was bad again. Still, I had no problem while I was awake, but for the first time I was awoken by the pain. I will continue to take the vitamin E and see what happens.

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donna_luke · 07-12-2003, 06:32 AM

Try Ketoprophin 12.5 mg. It comes in over the counter as Orudius. It is just an antinflammatory but it helps you relax and fall asleep very quickly. It cost the same as Advil.

elfinart · 07-16-2003, 02:13 PM

Well, it has been two weeks on the vitamin E and over all things are better. I have a had a few bad nights, but overall there's an improvement.

I have no problem with going with the Orudis when I do have a bad night, thanks. Still, so far, I will suggest the vitamin E for those who want to avoid continual use of pain relievers.

slyJohn · 08-21-2003, 08:17 AM

i know this may sound kinda dumb but would vitamin E lotion help also? my twitching began in my left leg and eventually spread throughout my body, but it happens the most in my left leg and now the right. so i dont know, maybe give lotion a try, lol

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