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What Causes High BP And Tremors While On Amlodipine, Labetalol And Nifedipine?
Question: Have high bp and am taking nifedipine,labetalol and amlodipine and now shaking badly; could the meds have this affect
Brief Answer:
tremor is a possible side effect
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
All medications have potential side effects that may or may not occur.
All three of the medications are associated with a small risk of tremors so it is possible that one or more of them may be contributing to your symptoms.
There are also other causes of tremor such as electrolyte disturbances, liver disease, parkinsons disease, trauma to the brain, multiple sclerosis,hyperthyroidism (high levels of thyroid hormone).
The shaking may be temporary or permanent.
To determine the cause, you would need to be assessed by your doctor. It is possible that he or she may need to refer to a neurologist if the cause is not clear.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
tremor is a possible side effect
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
All medications have potential side effects that may or may not occur.
All three of the medications are associated with a small risk of tremors so it is possible that one or more of them may be contributing to your symptoms.
There are also other causes of tremor such as electrolyte disturbances, liver disease, parkinsons disease, trauma to the brain, multiple sclerosis,hyperthyroidism (high levels of thyroid hormone).
The shaking may be temporary or permanent.
To determine the cause, you would need to be assessed by your doctor. It is possible that he or she may need to refer to a neurologist if the cause is not clear.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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