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nervous system problems caused by medicines

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many prescription and non-prescription medicines can cause symptoms related to the nervous system. a few examples are:

  • antipsychotic medicines.
  • medicines taken to control nausea.
  • medicines used to treat parkinson's disease, restless legs syndrome, and other nervous system problems.

nervous system problems are often side effects or symptoms of overuse of prescription and non-prescription medicines. almost every drug is capable of producing nervous system problems. be sure to review a complete list of all your medicines, both prescription and non-prescription, with your doctor or pharmacist. medicines can also interact with each other and cause problems.

frequent use of non-prescription medicine to control a troublesome symptom should also be discussed with your doctor. symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, or blurred vision may be a sign that further evaluation is needed.

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current as of: september 25, 2023

author: healthwise staff
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