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It's the quinine itself that helps RLS (whether its in capsules or some other form, not just quinine water). Quinine has been used for years (since WW II) for nocturnal leg cramps. It helps by vasodilation (relaxes smooth muscle which causes increased blood flow). It can certainly help with RLS, but may not completely alleviate the signs and symptons. On the other hand it may for some people. Unfortunately, it is highly unlikely that someone with a true case of RLS would see relief with quinine water. There is simply not enough quinine in the water to do any good. The only prescription drug left on the market that contains quinine is a product called "Qualaquin." It has 324mg of quinine sulfate. That's plenty to do the trick, but it is very expensive and a doctor must write for it. If you have insurance give it a try.
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Is there quinine in seltzer water?
no
Does quinine water hurt your liver?
no
How much quinine in quinine water?
Not much. The FDA limits it to 83mg per liter. You can also get quinine by prescription if you need more.
What is quinine water used for?
Tonic water containing quinine is used in gin and tonic drinks. Originally, this was for the anti-malarial qualities of quinine. In the United States, although quinine is a prescription drug, tonic water containing quinine is readily available in most grocery stores. This is often used as a remedy for nocturnal leg cramps. Caution should be used when consuming quinine in any form, however, since quinine can have severe side effects, should not be taken by people with certain conditions, and should not be taken with certain medications.
Can you purchase straight quinine water?
You can get tonic water with quinine in it at the grocery store usually withthe drink mixers. I use it for leg cramps.Answer:The brand Schwepps contains quinine, and is available in the US and Europe. You can get it from Walgreens or Walmart. You can find couple of brands selling Quinine water/tonic water. It provides quick relief for muscle cramps
What drug can be found in tonic water?
quinine
What is the ingredient of tonic water in Bolivia?
quinine
Does rite aid sell quinine water?
Quinine was pulled from shelves a few years ago, due to adverse effects on the heart
Can you give your dog tonic water with quinine?
can you give a dog homeopathic quinine
How much quinine in hyland's homeopathic leg cramps with quinine?
Realistically? None. Homeopathic medications are heavily diluted. The quinine dilution is a 3x (or approximately 1.5 c) dilution. So for the sake of easy math lets say it's an even 2c dilution. That means the quinine is diluted 1 part quinine in 100 parts dilution (like water) and part of that dilution is diluted in another 1:100 parts of dilution (more water). so...what's that work out to? One molecule of quinine per 10,000 molecules of water?
What gives tonic water its characteristic bitter flavor?
Quinine
How much quinine in shwepers tonic water?
Not much. The FDA limits it to 83mg per liter. You can also get quinine by prescription if you need more.
