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It depends what's causing the leg cramping. A potassium deficiency is a somewhat common cause. Consuming more high potassium foods such as milk, nuts, bananas, apricots, soy, spinach, and potatoes might be of help- and you should be eating more of these foods anyway! Try consuming a few moreservings of these foods everyday for a few days to begin with. If the cramps persist, or get worse, you might want to bring it up with your doctor.
Stretching can be a big help. Stretch your foot and the leg. Keep active to keep away the cramps. This may sound strange but a great and quick way of getting rid of muscular cramping is to simply have a drink of Indian tonic water with quinine in it. The quinine settles down the cramps, and the foul taste in your mouth is well worth the relief. Try it,
Most leg cramps can be relieved with some simple stretches and other measures. If you have leg cramps frequently, I recommend making an appointment with your doctor to discuss treatment options.
The only way I know is to rub quite hard where the cramp is and to stop it happening, in the future, drink lots of water.
It will go away by itself.
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What medicine is available for leg cramps?
Ly down on a table on your bacck and hold your leg in the air for about 10 seconds 3 imes.
Does aspirin help to prevent leg cramps?
If you are experiencing leg cramps because of blocked arteries in the legs, you can take a low dose of aspirin to prevent these cramps, combined with exercise.
Can taking Aleve cause leg cramps?
Yes, it causes leg cramps for me. It does wonders for my arthritis and other aches and pains. But, after a few days, I will wake up in the middle of the night with leg cramps, usually on the inside of my thighs - even sometimes in both legs at the same time. I try to take potassium. This seems to help.
How do you get leg cramps to go away?
Eating foods high in potassium can significantly reduce leg cramps. If you choose to use a tablet supplement be very careful, you don't want to take too much.
Can drinking water prevent nighttime leg cramps?
Dehydration can be a cause of leg cramps therefore, drinking water can help to prevent them. Sitting for long periods of time and not getting enough potassium can also cause leg cramps.
What can you take for leg cramps you are 65 years old take no medicine?
Leg cramps can be a sign of low calcium (a common reason for charlie horses). Try drinking more milk or taking a supplement like Caltrate. Also, apply heat when you feel the cramps coming on. It may not be perfect, but it should give some relief.
Can Mobic cause leg cramps?
Leg crampsLeg cramps has been reported by people with low density lipoprotein abnormal.
How long do leg cramps last after your period ends?
Leg cramps have absolutely nothing to do with menstruation. If you have leg cramps it may be due to increased activity or strain on your legs, if it continues for more than a week see your doctor.
How can you stop leg cramps?
bannannas
Is there a cure for cramp?
magnesium & potassium work wonders for leg cramps. There is also a formula sold in Health Food stores called "leg Cramps" by Hyland's Homeopathic. It has been around forever. You can acyually take all 3 of those.
Can quinine be used for leg cramps?
Yes it can be.
What causes leg cramps?
the cause of leg cramps is the tightening of the muscles in your leg and it really hurts it is painful it can wake u up in the middle of the night and it is not pleasant
