What Causes Lightheadedness And Memory Loss After Taking Percocet?

Posted on Sat, 12 Apr 2014

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Question : I've been on Percocet sense 2003 taking as directed sometimes less. within the last year or two I've been like lightheaded, a lot headache, a lot memory loss, alwise tired, do you think it's because of the Percocet I tried quitting for a week once do you think I did not give it enough time

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (36 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Can be due to percocet. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for posting your query. Long term use of percocet can be associated with side effects like lethargy, anxiety, mental impairment, agitation, cerebral edema, confusion, dizziness etc. Since it is a habit forming drug it needs more time and a gradual reduction in doses for withdrawal. Do consult your physician for proper dose tapering. I hope this answers your query. In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out. Wishing you good health. Regards. Dr. Praveen Tayal. For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal

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