Your patient is experiencing worsening of symptoms associated with restless legs syndrome (RLS).Which medications could be causing this?

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In addition to the intrinsic pathophysiologic mechanisms of RLS,certain extrinsic factors are associated with increased frequency and severity of symptoms.H₂ histamine antagonists such as ranitidine and cimetidine have been reported to worsen symptoms of RLS.In addition,caffeine,alcohol,and some antidepressants including fluoxetine are reported to worsen the frequency and severity of RLS symptoms.

Your Patient Is Experiencing Worsening of Symptoms Associated with Restless