Can my current use of Stalopam and Stablon, or my past use of Migarid and Stalopam, be causing the dizziness I have been experiencing for the past year? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Can my current use of Stalopam and Stablon, or my past use of Migarid and Stalopam, be causing the dizziness I have been experiencing for the past year?

Asked by Male, 28 · 13 days ago

Chandrakanta Jena

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13 days ago

I understand how frustrating dealing with dizziness for a year must be, but please be reassured we can get this sorted. Yes, both your current medications, Stalopam (escitalopram) and Stablon (tianeptine), can cause dizziness as a side effect. Additionally, your past use of Migarid (flunarizine) or the underlying conditions themselves could also play a role. Since this has been ongoing for a year, I gently recommend discussing this with your prescribing doctor. They can safely review your dosages or evaluate other causes to help you feel steady again.

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