Medicines That May Cause Lightheadedness or Vertigo

Many prescription and nonprescription medicines can make you feel lightheaded or affect your balance. A few examples are:

If you think a prescription or nonprescription medicine may be causing your lightheadedness or vertigo, call your doctor.

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ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerWilliam H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerH. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine
Last RevisedJanuary 12, 2011
By: Healthwise StaffLast Revised: January 12, 2011
Medical Review: William H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine

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