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Can antibiotics cause seizures in people who do not have a seizure disorder?
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Yes: ...Certain antimicrobials can lower seizure thresholds and cause seizures even in the absence of a history of such events.
Answered 7/15/2016
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Rare: There are some antibiotics that have been known to trigger seizures. Speak to your doctor about your concern.
Answered 7/15/2016
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Antibiotics and seiz: It is rare, although I have not seen or heard of any case, it is possible, whether from the organism or the antibiotic itself.
Answered 2/8/2017
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