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What Causes Slurred Speech After Increasing The Dosage Of Primidone?
Question: Am having bad reaction to 50 mg Primidone.. When med was doubled got slurred speech - went back to 2 per day and now have "head rush" Advised Dr I had diarrhea but she claimed that is not associated with this drug. Cannot function, think I should just stop and try to live with horrible temor - 88 yrs old
Brief Answer:
Please consult your Neurologist and ask for another drug which you will tolerate better
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J XXXXXXX Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.
Primidone can cause
1. Drowsiness,
2. Listlessness,
3. Ataxia,
4. Visual disturbances,
5. Nystagmus,
6. Headache,
7. Dizziness.
8. Transient nausea
9. Vomiting
Since you are having a bad reaction, you need to change this. Please consult your Neurologist again and ask for another drug which you will tolerate
Hope you found the answer helpful.
If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
-oOo-
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PS 2 : In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno
Please consult your Neurologist and ask for another drug which you will tolerate better
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J XXXXXXX Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.
Primidone can cause
1. Drowsiness,
2. Listlessness,
3. Ataxia,
4. Visual disturbances,
5. Nystagmus,
6. Headache,
7. Dizziness.
8. Transient nausea
9. Vomiting
Since you are having a bad reaction, you need to change this. Please consult your Neurologist again and ask for another drug which you will tolerate
Hope you found the answer helpful.
If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
-oOo-
PS 1 : After all your doubts have been cleared, kindly (a) Close this Question (b) Rate my Replies and (c) Give your Feedback.
PS 2 : In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno
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