Question

What medications treat periodic limb movement disorder?

Answer 1

• Benzodiazepines suppress muscle contractions and help you sleep through the movements. Clonazepam (Klonopin) is probably the most widely used drug to treat PLMD.
• Dopaminergic agents raise levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine, which is important in regulating muscle movements.
• Anticonvulsant agents reduce muscle contractions in some people.
• GABA agonists prevent the release of certain neurotransmitters that stimulate muscle contractions.