Psycho-Babble Medication Thread 5799

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Night jerks.......

Posted by PattyG on May 9, 1999, at 18:43:43

My friends and I were discussing how our middle aged husbands all seemed to have what we defined as "night jerks." Clenching of teeth and legs kicking and straightening out, etc. Is this a "guy thing" or what?! Told them I'd check here and see if anyone could suggest something that would help these fellas have a restful night's sleep......and their wives as well!

 

Re: Night jerks.......

Posted by Mary on May 10, 1999, at 0:22:58

In reply to Night jerks......., posted by PattyG on May 9, 1999, at 18:43:43

Dear Patty:
The night jerks you speak of are called Myoclonus, or Myoclonic seizures. Most everyone has experienced a myoclonic jerk ( kind of the falling feeling and then you jolt). However what you describe is more than the ever so often jerking. Especially with the jaw clenching, that can be classified as bruxisum. If you can talk you husbands into a doctors visit and a dentist visit maybe they can help. I myself have the disorder and I wear a mouth piece which helps the clenching and I have fewer headaches if I wear it reguarly, not to mention saving my teeth, knashing of the jaw and teeth is not good for any reason. As far as the body movements the doctors will be able to help if their is a problem. You did not mention if either husband was on any medicatons that maybe causing these as side effects. I'll check back later to see, and don't feel bad about all the post, as you can see I too hit the enter button to soon, and posted just my name the first time. Best to you Mary

 

Re: Night jerks.......

Posted by PattyG on May 10, 1999, at 7:38:49

In reply to Re: Night jerks......., posted by Mary on May 10, 1999, at 0:22:58

I think what the others (and myself) are talking about would be different than the "falling feeling" that can cause you to jolt awake. And I'm gathering that the grinding of the teeth isn't the main concern. It's more about the jumping, jering motions they make in there sleep. I'm pretty sure these guys aren't already on something - in fact, they were hoping to find something to put them on! However, my husband takes 20 mg. of Paxil, but he's the only one who is medicated. Thanks for understanding about the multitude of postings!

 

Re: Night jerks.......

Posted by Ann on May 12, 1999, at 11:34:39

In reply to Night jerks......., posted by PattyG on May 9, 1999, at 18:43:43

> My friends and I were discussing how our middle aged husbands all seemed to have what we defined as "night jerks." Clenching of teeth and legs kicking and straightening out, etc. Is this a "guy thing" or what?! Told them I'd check here and see if anyone could suggest something that would help these fellas have a restful night's sleep......and their wives as well!

In my marriage I'm the one with this problem! My doctor just started me on Mirapax, I have no idea if it is helping or not. My husband has been too tired to notice lately, he's the one who reports back on all this night activity!

 

Re: Night jerks.......

Posted by PattyG on May 12, 1999, at 12:38:48

In reply to Re: Night jerks......., posted by Ann on May 12, 1999, at 11:34:39

So what is Mirapax and what did the doctor diagnose you with? Details!

 

Re: Night jerks.......

Posted by Ann on May 12, 1999, at 17:47:24

In reply to Re: Night jerks......., posted by PattyG on May 12, 1999, at 12:38:48

> So what is Mirapax and what did the doctor diagnose you with? Details!

I have Fibromyalgia, and sleep disorders are part of that. Mirepax is a Parkinson's drug, it works on dopamine. I don't know why it would help my sleep, but I trust my psychiatrist, he's always up on the latest research. I'll let everyone know if it works or not!

 

Re: Night jerks.......

Posted by Mary on May 14, 1999, at 22:28:54

In reply to Re: Night jerks......., posted by PattyG on May 10, 1999, at 7:38:49

Dear Patty:
Paxil can cause Myocolnus and Bruxisum, so please let the prescribing Dr. know about the problems, and point out the PDR side effects to him so he can follow the proper proceedure for your husband. It would be important to note if your husband had any of these problems before starting the paxil or if it started afterwards. It is also important to stop the grinding of the teeth as that can cause damage to the teeth as well as headaches and TMJ.
I have the movement disorders you have mentioned as well as more problems due to being given paxil instead of pepcid(stomach meds)and that was over 2 and 1/2 yrs ago. I take neurontin for the tremors and Clonazepam for the myoclonus. Best to you and getting you and your husbands problem solved. Mary

 

Re: Night jerks.......

Posted by PattyG on May 15, 1999, at 11:15:49

In reply to Re: Night jerks......., posted by Mary on May 14, 1999, at 22:28:54

Mary,

Thanks for responding. Only problem is that I'm pretty sure my husband is the only one on an AD and his "night jerks" began long before he started taking Paxil. It's just a mystery, I guess!

 

Re: Night jerks.......

Posted by Pam on May 15, 1999, at 12:11:58

In reply to Re: Night jerks......., posted by Ann on May 12, 1999, at 11:34:39

> > My friends and I were discussing how our middle aged husbands all seemed to have what we defined as "night jerks." Clenching of teeth and legs kicking and straightening out, etc. Is this a "guy thing" or what?! Told them I'd check here and see if anyone could suggest something that would help these fellas have a restful night's sleep......and their wives as well!
>
> In my marriage I'm the one with this problem! My doctor just started me on Mirapax, I have no idea if it is helping or not. My husband has been too tired to notice lately, he's the one who reports back on all this night activity!

>> Night jerks you describe could be actually a syndrome called Periodicd Leg Movements Syndrome. You also can find reference to this under Sleep Disorders, Restless Leg Syndrome. If this is the case, a check-up with a neurologist may be warranted. Most internists and family doctors have little information about the problem. Does your husband complain of day time sleepiness?If so, I monitored sleep study in a hospital overnight can determine what,if any, problems exist. They are treated with medications. These jerks can be a by-product of Paxil. One reason I stoppped taking Paxil as an antidepressant.


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