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What Causes Vertigo After Discontinuation Of Codeine?

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Posted on Mon, 16 Apr 2018
Question: Hi I had a hysterectomy 6weeks ago and had to go to theatre 4 weeks ago to evacuate the large amount of blood I lost. Temperature came down and I was discharged after lots of antibiotics. I was on citalopram but stopped it 4 weeks ago as interacted with all the meds. I feel ok, painful muscles but now on brufen only. Stopped taking codeine yesterday morning. I have since developed vertigo. Can you think of a reason for me?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhary (50 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
It could be codeine withdrawal

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.

I read your query and understand your concerns.

From the available description there are two possibilities for vertigo.

1. Codeine withdrawal- If you were using codeine for a week or longer there is good possibility that your vertigo is related to codeine withdrawal. There is highest possibility for this condition as the vertigo started after 12 hours of last dose of codeine.

2. Anemia could be another possibility as you recently undergone surgery which often leads to have blood loss. The possibility for this condition is low as anemia rarely causes typical vertigo like symptoms.

I hope this helps you.
Feel free to write back to me if you have more questions.
Thanks and regards.
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How long will it take to settle down?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhary (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for follow up.

The withdrawal symptoms of codeine can be continued for 10-14 days depending on the dose and duration of use. In case you have short duration of intake in prescription dose ranges there is good possibility that the withdrawal symptoms will go away before expected time.

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What Causes Vertigo After Discontinuation Of Codeine?

Brief Answer: It could be codeine withdrawal Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for using Healthcaremagic. I read your query and understand your concerns. From the available description there are two possibilities for vertigo. 1. Codeine withdrawal- If you were using codeine for a week or longer there is good possibility that your vertigo is related to codeine withdrawal. There is highest possibility for this condition as the vertigo started after 12 hours of last dose of codeine. 2. Anemia could be another possibility as you recently undergone surgery which often leads to have blood loss. The possibility for this condition is low as anemia rarely causes typical vertigo like symptoms. I hope this helps you. Feel free to write back to me if you have more questions. Thanks and regards.