Abstract:This case describes a severe restless legs syndrome that was resistant to many therapeutic modalities including first line treatment recommendations. A significant clinical improvement was noticed after the initiation of Methadone 5 mg;however, an association with Q-T interval prolongation prompted holding the medication and then reducing the dose to 2.5 mg. This side effect of Q-T prolongation has been reported in the literature. Our patient was taking other medications that can potentially cause the same sid… Show more
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