What Causes Dizziness And Weakness While On Prednisone And Azathioprine For The Treatment Of Mixed Connective Tissue Disease?

Posted on Sun, 8 Apr 2018

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Question : I have been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. Mixed connective tissue I am on prednisone and azathorine. I have also been treated with rituxin. The disease has attacked my lungs but they are now clear and the doctor believes I am in remission. But the last couple days I have been feeling weak and dizzy.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Dizziness and weakness are common side effects of the medications.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

In my opinion, your symptoms can be related to the medication that you are taking.

Dizziness and weakness are common side effects of prednisone and azathorine.

Rituxin is also a medication that can cause dizziness and weakness in the long term after the treatment.

I suggest you not to worry, to continue with the medications and to do regular check ups.

Hope my answer was helpful.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician

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