Anyone Dizzy on Meds? | Arthritis Information

 

I feel stupid calling my dr. about every little thing, So I thought I'd ask you guys.  I increased my Plaquenil from 200 to 400mg /day and just started a low dose of Medrol 4mg day. I have been getting dizzy through out the day. Is that normal? Do you think it's just my body getting used to the meds?

I don't take it so I don't know. I am assuming the doctor is the one that increased the dose. I don't think he would think it is a little stupid thing to ask. I would call him.

 

Gotta love google:

Important safety information:

• Plaquenil may cause dizziness or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Plaquenil with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
• If your symptoms do not improve after several months or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
• Plaquenil may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Plaquenil . Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
• Contact your health care provider if you notice any muscle weakness or problems with vision or hearing. Your knee and ankle reflexes will be tested periodically.
• Plaquenil should not be used in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
• Lab tests, including complete blood cell counts and eye tests, may be performed while you use Plaquenil . These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Plaquenil while you are pregnant. Plaquenil is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Plaquenil .

you'll probable be fine once you've adjusted to it. Give it a little time before you give up on it. Just be careful drivingIt's probably the plaquenil.  It made the world spin when I first started taking it.  The issue resolved in a couple of weeks.

Lovie:  Now, Why did I not think to look this up as you did?! LOL  I think because there's so many people on here with the same problems my first inclination with anything that happens to me is to post something and find out people's opinions since they most likely have gone through the same things. I'm so glad to have found this forum! 

I have a co-worker that googles everything! It works for almost everything. I just entered plaquinel and dizziness and that list of warnings came up. SO easy.
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