Muscle Cramp

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I used Progesterone for 2 months and developed leg cramps shortly after using. They only got worse so I was told to discontinue this but wonder how long before the leg cramps go away? ## Leg cramps and spasms, normal walking impossible, leg muscles weak and not responsive because normal passive messages not being communicated properly. Hypertensive medication and/or medication for cholesterol is responsible for this condition in all cases where this side effect applies. I''ve had some relief after many years with my current prescription medication, namely vasocardol am, karvezide pm.

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I used purbac and have really bad muscle cramps, nausea it was expired and have realised it to late. Please help im in so much pain ## Hello, Jessie! How are you? This medication doesn't become toxic, once expired, but it does being to lose efficacy. The symptoms you experienced can be normal side effects of this medication, as reported by the U.S. FDA, you may also experience dizziness, non-allergic skin rash, headache and diarrhea. However, if they are severe, you should consult your doctor. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Is it common to experience muscle cramps while taking Ozempic?

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Today was the first day I took the Linzess. The Dr.gave it to me samples of the med to take for constipation. It worked with in a hour. But all it was, was water. I drank liquids to try to keep myself hydrated. Unfortunately I ended up with severe leg and rib cramps. I drank several bottles of Power Aide and lots of water. I must have been having fluid shifts. I'm was instructed to take it daily. I hope I don't have same problems tomorrow. ## Hello, Lynn! How are you feeling? Unfortunately, many people report that it does tend to cause that type of diarrhea regularly, rather than actually helping them have regular bowel movements. Other side effects as listed by the FDA may possibly include heartburn, nausea, vomiting and headache. Can anyone else that's been on it chime in?...

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HELLO PO I JUST WANTED TO ASK SOMETHING I HAVE A NEPHEW HE SAID ALL HIS BODY JOINTS AND MUSCLES GET CRAMPS LIKE HIS HAVING COMVULSION FOR JUST A FEW SECONDS BUT SURELY ITS NOT ZEISURE OR EPILEPSY AS NOTHING COME OUT FROM HIS MOUTH LIKE BUBBLES......HE SAID ITS JUST LIKE NUMBNESS AND CRAMPING AND TENSING OF MUSCLES........IS IT LACK OF MAGNESIEUM AND DOES POLYNERVE GOOD FOR HIM TO TAKE..........THANKS WAIT FOR UR REPLY

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i was perscribe nitrofurantoin for two and a half weeks. During all this period i suffered of leg muscle cramps, nausia, and general bad feeling. A day after I finished taking the medication, I had palpitations with heartbeat of 175 per minute. Can this be a side affect of the medicine? ## it is definately a side effect. nitrofurantoin has actually made me feel worse than the uti it is treating! i have awful nausea, tight chest, muscle aches, fatigue, and my heart feels like it is constantly racing! i will never take this medicine again. ## Have either of you contacted your respective doctors? Yael, especially with that high of a heart rate, you really need to discuss the problem with your doctor, In case it's not just the medication. The other issues can be normal side effects, but...

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I am Diabetic, and used to get a lot of very painful Cramps, mainly at nights. 2-3 per night, 4 -5 times a week. I'd tried most things, but with little effect. So I discovered that what would help was Potassium and Magnesium, as it feeds the Muscles. Tried an effervencent pill, and that gave me violant diarrhoea. (Aquilea). Then I was told to try half a Banana a day. I have now been 95% free of Cramps for 3 years. Great. ## Very glad you found something that helped you. Yes, the potassium is especially important to our muscle health and, if you are low in it, it will often cause bad muscle cramping. However, too much of it can also be dangerous, so please make sure you don't overdo it. There is a blood test your doctor can do to check the level for you. I always drop low, for re...

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I just had Testopel implants put in about 48 hours ago. I noticed about 36 hours after the procedure some muscle cramping in my stomach and thighs. Now 48 hours later my arms and calves are getting cramps as well. I have been on testosterone shots for a few years now and I have never experienced this with IM injections. Has anyone else had side effects like these? ## Hello! How are you doing? Have they gotten any better? Yes, this has been reported by other people that have received the Testopel implants. Learn more Testopel details here. Have you contacted your doctor about the issue?

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I was taking a blood pressure med that contained HCTZ. I developed a terrible rash opn my forearms and then it begin to come out on my lover legs, torso and back. I went to my dermatologist and they took a sample from my arm for biopsy and it came back that I was having a reaction form it. I had been to my doctor just before that and was recalled because they said my blood sugar was high 7.8. They diagnosed me with type 2 diabetes. I went back to my doctor to have them give me a medication that did not contain HCTZ. I had researched it and saw one of the other side effects was high blood sugar. I spoke to my doctor about it and she told me to come back for blood work after I had been off it for a month. I went back and my blood sugar was only 5.2. I did not have diabetes. If you are tak...

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I went to my MD who did not look at my blood pressure, temperature or heart rate; this after I gave the MD my history. I got sick suddenly on Tuesday night, with a high temperature, diarrhea, vomiting and body pain. They did not examine me. I was put on a bed and taken straight to the ER room for vitamins in drip and Buscopan. I was then sent home with a script only to find out it is only tans 3x 500mg one a day, plus Zelitrex tabs which is used to treat and prevent (recurring) infections with the herpes viruses. These include the viruses that cause: Cold sores (herpes simplex) - a burning and/or tingling sensation on or around the lips that develops into painful, fluid-filled blisters with scabs. I am confused as I do not have cold sores and they did not even look at my history. Please...

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I am having headaches and sleeplessness. My doctor advised me to take Alprax 10 since 2002. I am taking weekly twice or three times, if I stop I get severe headaches at temple muscles and no sleep. Is this symptoms of depression and anxiety? Now I have severe muscle twitches / contractions, involuntary movements. Is this from Alprax 10?

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Does anyone know the possible MEDICAL cause of the pain. Is the colesevelam preventing the uptake or processing of some other nutrient that is causing these cramps? Does anyone know of any remedies that get at the CAUSE (ie, is it a vitamin or other lipid I am not absorbing correctly?). I know I can just take tylenol or something, but I don't want to be on those pain killers every day as they cause other problems as we all know. Welchol works to stop the intestinal issues (gall bladder removed). But the pain in my feet is debilitating. ## Actually, this medication has been known to cause general myalgia as a side effect, according to the FDA, along with headache, flatulence, constipation and abdominal pain. Thus, a pain reliever may be your only option. Have you consulted your docto...

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Hey y'all, I was on fentanyl 100 for 15 yrs, it worked or at least helped me lead a normal life. I have secondary progressive multiple sclerosis & basically all they can do is help the pain. I got off the 100 myself because of a bowel blockage. Major fun & games, NOT! Few months ago i went back, started on 25 then 50 & now 75. I feel absolutely no dif in my pain. Trying to get in to see a doc very soon. HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD THE SAME EXPERIENCE WITH FENTANYL? No Relief at all? It's all soo freaking depressing. So f****n sad. Thank you. ## Hello, Alexie! How are you? If you still have a tolerance built up, then the lower dosages would not help. The FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizzines...

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Does anyone taking synthroid know anything about muscle pains. i have been on synthroid for 30 years and recently i am experiencing very bad pains in my arms and I am wondering if it is related to the medicine ## Are you on cholesterol drugs...this sounds more like a side effect of the statin drugs to lower cholesterol. I have been taking synthroid for 10 years and have not had this symptom. ## I also have been on levothyroxine sssynthroid for a long period and also suffer sever arm pains in both arms ## I have also been on simvastatin fo a long time now and went off it do to kidney problems thats what iwas told by the dr. ## Are you on any other medications? When is the last time your levels were checked? The FDA does list muscle cramping, and weakness as being among the possible side ...

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Please suggest me to get rid of calf muscle pain and Treatment in form of tablets. ## Have you consulted a doctor? Proper treatment will depend on getting a proper diagnosis and any other medical conditions you may have, as well as other medications you may be on. If it is just cramping of the muscles, it could be caused by having a potassium deficiency and it might be solved by just taking a supplement for a few days.

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cramps all over my body, often without any muscle activity, in other words, totally at rest and I still get very bad cramps. I am drinking water enough to be peeing about every 2 hours. I also take a calcium/magnesium supliment. ## Hi John, The capsule with imprint Mylan 2537 is a combination of Hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg + Triamterene 37.5 mg (it's generic for Dyazide, and is manufactured by Mylan Pharmaceuticals). This medication is used for treating high blood pressure. From what you are reporting it sounds like your BP might be dropping low, causing "hyperactive deep tendon reflexes". You should report this to your doctor ASAP since they might need to adjust your dosing schedule. There is a more comprehensive list of side effects and precautions on GlaxoSmithKline's D...

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I have been on clopidogrel for 8 years after insertion of a stent. During this period I suffered the most painful cramping in my feet, legs and arms when performing moderate exercise. I recently visited my heart specialist who suggested that I may no longer need to take clopidogrel as a recent angiogram showed no significant blockages in my heart. I ceased taking clopidogrel and no longer suffer any cramping. The suffering I have endured for 8 years while on clopidogrel should be a warning to others. If I had been able to exercise without cramping it may well have been as beneficial as taking this drug. ## Hello, Bill! How are you doing? Wow! That's terrible, I'm glad you finally figured out what was causing it. Muscle aches and stiffness are known side effects, as listed by the...

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After getting serious about taking my medications within 2 weeks I noticed weakness in my back and tingles up my spine suddenly I became dizzy and very weak I feel as if I lack judgement of distance when walking, my muscles are also twitching all over, I have pain in my arms and legs. ## I too have muscle weekness. I noticed my muscle tone has changed and now I get cramps in my body. I am wondering if this is from this drug. ## It is not listed in the common side effects, but that does not mean that it may not affect some people in this manner. I suggest you speak to your doctor to discuss the possibility. ## ARE YOU TAKING CERTAIN STATIN DRUGS LIKE LIPITOR ZOCOR FOR CHOLESTROL IF SO THEY CAN CAUSE CRAMPS MUSCLE WEAKNESS. IF SO STOP TAKING THEM AND TELL THE DOCTOR. ## I just started the...

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I have been on Brilinta for 2 days at 90 mg , 2x per day and i have this muscle discomfort below my right armpit and some slight burning sensation in my back same side.. I wonder if anyone else has something like this. I had no side affects in the 1st 24 hours. I also have some slight unsteadiness, fatigue . Would like to know your thoughts.There might be some very slight cramping in my legs too. Will all this go away once i get use to this med? ## Hello, Robin! How are you feeling? Has there been any change? It could be due to the medication, especially since you are so new to taking it, according to FDA reports. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, and headache. Yes, such side effects should go away, once your body gets used to the medication, but that may take about 4 to 5 week...

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Knee problems from years of racquetball - miniscus are gone - doc prefers me do the Rball for heart health rather than knee replacement. (ME TOO!!!). Incredibly - Meloxicam (15 mg / day) has ZEROED the pain. The problem I have developed after about two months is leg cramps - usually calf muscles & usually during the night - a couple of times a week. Is there a fix for these leg cramps? ## According to the NIH, the most common cause of nighttime leg cramps is low potassium levels in the body, this medication has been known to cause dehydration in some people that take it, which could contribute to the problem. How much fluid do you take in each day? Do you eat any potassium rich foods, such as oranges or bananas? ## I drink 6 to 10 Gatorade G2 (smallest size) a week and eat bananas o...

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