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Tag: Drug induced neuropathy

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Can Amlodipine Cause Nerve Damage? A Comprehensive Guide to Side Effects

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While the vast majority of amlodipine users will not experience nerve-related issues, peripheral neuropathy is listed as a potential, though uncommon, side effect. This guide explores the relationship between amlodipine and nerve damage, outlining symptoms, prevalence, and the latest scientific findings, including new research suggesting the drug might offer neuroprotective benefits in specific contexts.

What Medications Cause Burning Feet? Understanding Drug-Induced Neuropathy

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According to research, drug-induced peripheral neuropathy, which can cause a burning sensation in the feet, accounts for up to 4% of all neuropathy cases. This condition can result from a wide range of medications, making it crucial to understand the connection between certain treatments and this uncomfortable side effect.

What Medications Are Known to Cause Peripheral Neuropathy?

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According to the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy, some drugs used for HIV/AIDS and chemotherapy are a leading cause of drug-induced peripheral neuropathy. This article explores what medications are known to cause peripheral neuropathy, outlining specific drug classes and associated risks.

Can Antibiotics Mess With Your Nerves? Understanding Drug-Induced Neurotoxicity

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Research indicates that current use of systemic fluoroquinolone antibiotics can increase the risk of peripheral neuropathy by 47% [1.7.7]. While essential for fighting infections, some antibiotics carry a risk of neurological side effects. So, can antibiotics mess with your nerves? The answer is yes, for a subset of patients and with specific types of drugs.

Can flecainide cause peripheral neuropathy?

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Although flecainide is an effective antiarrhythmic medication, it can cause various side effects. While serious cardiac issues are a primary concern, rare case reports and studies confirm that flecainide can cause peripheral neuropathy.

Which blood pressure medications cause neuropathy?

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While many drug classes can cause neuropathy, some heart and blood pressure medications have been specifically implicated, a phenomenon known as drug-induced peripheral neuropathy. This article explores which blood pressure medications cause neuropathy and the associated risks, side effects, and management strategies.

What medications could cause peripheral neuropathy?

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Drug-induced peripheral neuropathy (DIPN) accounts for up to 24% of all peripheral neuropathies. This guide examines what medications could cause peripheral neuropathy, detailing the various drug classes and their potential for nerve damage.