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Are Severe Flushing Episodes Associated With Primidone?
Question: I am taking Primidone 50mg.Have taken 1/2 pill for 7 days per Dr. instruction. suppose to gradually increase
At night I am having the feeling of heat on the side I am lying. Almost like a heating pad would react.
At night I am having the feeling of heat on the side I am lying. Almost like a heating pad would react.
Brief Answer:
Flushing has been reported in some cases.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I understand your concern. This sensation of heat you refer is not a known side effect of Primidone, however, there have been a few reports of flushing on the face and body while on this drug.
I recommend you do not stop the drug right away but talk to your doctor first, in order to consider a gradual dose adjustment and see if this symptom persists or is related to the drug.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Dr. Ornela Ademovi, General & Family Physician
Flushing has been reported in some cases.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I understand your concern. This sensation of heat you refer is not a known side effect of Primidone, however, there have been a few reports of flushing on the face and body while on this drug.
I recommend you do not stop the drug right away but talk to your doctor first, in order to consider a gradual dose adjustment and see if this symptom persists or is related to the drug.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Dr. Ornela Ademovi, General & Family Physician
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