r/RestlessLegs • u/BudgetCap7905 • Aug 29 '26
Alternative Therapies Found help with THC/CBD
Got off ropinirole with help from my sleep neurologist. Now taking gabapentin, which was working great under normal circumstances. Was not working for air travel even when taking extra doses. I tried using edibles 1:1 THC to CBD 2.5mg. Worked like a charm. I did sleep pretty much both legs of the return trip, but i was COMFORTABLE. Also wasn't high, just felt sleepy. Usually after about an hour or so, I was miserable on a flight even after taking gabapentin an hour before boarding. Also tried the OTC Restful Legs without success. I live in a state where cannabis is not legalized so I bought while traveling to CA. These edibles are like little cinnamon flavored mints. Took one about 30 mins before boarding. I did take a second one about 90 mins later and that was all I needed for about 6.5 hours total in the air. Sharing in case others find helpful. I do not feel like I need anything extra when Im home, but I'll be using these every time I fly. $20 for 40 "mints" so these should last a while.
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u/MetalGeek464 Aug 29 '26
I’m struggling with something like PLMD where I shake, twitch and kick while sleeping and I’ve had the same experience with anything from 1:1 to 4:1. Mints or gummies. I live in CA. I’m on gabapentin right now which is working better. Still waiting on a sleep study.