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why does tylenol with codeine make restless leg syndrome subside?
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Default why does tylenol with codeine make restless leg syndrome subside? - 01-02-2009, 02:01 PM

I had some of this Tylenol 3 left over from a dentist prescription and took it out of desperation, and It took away the symptoms of my RLS. Are there any over the counter medications or remedies that will help my symptoms?
   
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Default 01-05-2009, 01:29 AM

My guess on the codeine would be that its a muscle relaxer, and since the legs are jumping because of erratic impulses sent to the leg muscles, the codeine suppresses that for a while. My dad had back surgery and shoulder surgery a couple of years ago, and they gave him the same thing, explaining that when the body heals, the muscles naturally spasm, which unfortunately causes damage to the very muscles needing to heal. The codeine keeps this from happening by keeping the muscles relaxed until they have a chance to mend.
   
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Default 01-07-2009, 07:33 PM

RLS is one of those new disorders that is more mental than physical.Big Pharma would rather people believe its a legitimate physical problem so they can hook people on more meds through commercials.Codeine will calm your mind which may be the cause of your symptoms.I suffered from sever"RLS"for 1 year and lack of exercise and depression was the cause. I am off all meds go to the park or lake 2-3 times a week , no longer sit in an office chair without stretching often and I avoid stressful situations that are within my control.Try to think about when you started having symptoms and what physical and emotional factors changed in your life .
   
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