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What Causes Pain And Discomfort In The Arms And Legs While On Mexiletine?

I have been on Mexiletine for 6 months and for the past 3-4 months I have increased arms,legs, difficult getting up, pain during the night in one position and movement and increased blurred vision. I was put on the drug due to several leg cramps, Charley horse. It has helped with the cramps but above condition get worse. I also had a case of shingles5 months. Could this cause the same symptoms?
posted on Thu, 17 Nov 2016
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Hello,

As a first line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief.

If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Pain And Discomfort In The Arms And Legs While On Mexiletine?

Hello, As a first line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician