NOCTURNAL LEG CRAMPS Flashcards by Saaliha R | Brainscape

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Treatment

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Quinine sulfate → may reduce the frequency of nocturnal leg cramps

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Quinine sulfate - toxicity

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Potential toxicity - quinine is not routinely recommended

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When would you use quinine sulfate?

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Use if cramps regularly disrupt sleep, are very painful or other treatment hasn’t worked
Trial for 4 weeks - if there is benefit → continue
Stop treatment every 3 months and assess need for further treatment

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