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What Causes Rashes On The Cheeks While On Gabapentin And Amitriptyline?

I have bad panic attacks so I take gabapentin and amirtypline I think its spelled. I have had a rash for the past week on my cheeks, back,arms etc. I think my blood pressure is high because my cheeks are hot. Also I feel weak and dizzy. I don t know if that s just because the anxiety is kicking in or what. Please help.

posted on Fri, 9 Mar 2018

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Sun, 29 Apr 2018 Answered on

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Psychiatrist, Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi's Response

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

The rashes though with Gabapentin or Amitriptyline are rare, but these could be due to side effects of these medicines.

Amitriptyline drug is known to cause rashes in some individuals. If the rashes persist, then please stop taking the drugs and talk with your doctor.

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

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Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi

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What Causes Rashes On The Cheeks While On Gabapentin And Amitriptyline?

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