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Since being put on anti depressants and tranquilizers am experiencing severe muscle spasm when trying to go to sleep. could this be related to meds?
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Yes, could be: Some antidepressants and tranquilizers definitely can cause muscle spasms. Please contact your prescribing physician about this. Adjustments or changes are possible.
Answered 12/9/2013
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