Gambling on a cure for restless leg syndrome

Published August 10, 2007 4:00am ET



If restless legs keep you up at night, the cure might make you restless in other ways.

According to Glaxo Smith Kline, maker of Requip, side effects reported by patients include “an unusual urge to gamble or increased sexual urges and/or behaviors. If you or your family notices that you are developing any unusual behaviors, talk to your doctor.”

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