Dizzinessis one of the most common side effects associated with medications.
Without that pressure, blood falls away from the brain, and lightheadedness or even fainting can result.
For this reason, doctors prescribe many different types of medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
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These antihypertensive medications work in a variety of different ways.
Some people have blood pressure that varies more than others throughout the day.
Other medications that can cause this kind of lightheadedness include tricyclic antidepressants and some medications forParkinson’s disease.
When Dizzy Means Disequilibrium
Some people say they are dizzy when they mean that they are clumsy.
Sometimes this clumsiness can make it difficult to even walk correctly.
Other potential culprits include benzodiazepines or lithium.
It’s worth mentioning though that low blood sugar can cause these dizzy-related symptoms.
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