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Why do my antidepressants cause muscle twitching? this is so aggravating, been on few different kinds-all do this- is this dangerous?

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Dr. David Satloff answered

Not normal: anti depressants should not be causing muscle twitching. Something else is going on. See a neurologist or get a 2nd opinion. RULE OUT Lyme Disease. Lyme has co infections causing issue with depression.

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 1/18/2019

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A member asked:

Why do my antidepressants cause muscle twitching? this is so aggravating, been on few different kinds-all do this- is this dangerous?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Satloff answered

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

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