Table 1Pharmacologic Interventions Assessed in This Comparative Effectiveness Review*

TreatmentGeneric NameFDA Approval for RLSBrand Name
Dopaminergic agents LevodopaNoDopar®
RopiniroleYesRequip®
PramipexoleYesMirapex®
Rotigotine patchYesNeupro®
Anticonvulsants (alpha-2-delta ligands) Gabapentin enacarbilYesHorizant®
GabapentinNoNeurontin®
PregabalinNoLyrica®
Iron Many formulationsNo-
*

Sedative hypnotics and opioids were included in this review; however, no eligible studies assessed these agents in patients with RLS. Sedative hypnotics and opioids have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of RLS.

From: Treatment for Restless Legs Syndrome

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