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Doxepin n nifedipine er 60mg would like uses for these meds and also to find out if either one could give severe dizzy spells and blackouts and fal?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Yes: Yes, Nifedipine can cause severe orthostatic hypotension which may manifest with weakness and falls, while Doxepin can cause dizziness, among others. Discuss with your prescriber your symptoms.

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Answered 3/26/2015

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A member asked:

Doxepin n nifedipine er 60mg would like uses for these meds and also to find out if either one could give severe dizzy spells and blackouts and fal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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