Magnesium spray for restless legs andchemo

Could you tell me is it safe for my husband to use a magnesium spray to help his restless legs, with everything else going on with his cancer he's finding it hard to sleep and the rls is not letting him sleep. The reason I ask is that he's having treatment and don't want to unbalance any minerals or anything else as I've heard it will absorb some and affect kidney function, he has liver cancer by the way. Thank you so much in advance

  • Hello and thanks for posting

    As nurses we are unable to say for sure if it is ok for your husband to use a magnesium spray for his restless legs as we are not involved in his clinical care.

    The best thing to do is to get in touch with your husband's specialist team at the hospital. They are familiar with all his medical details and should be able to advise you further.

    Pharmacists can also usually advise about what is safe to take in terms of supplements alongside any cancer treatment drugs or other medication.

    I hope this is of some help. Give us a ring if you would like to talk things over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Celene