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Is it likely for hydrochlorothiazide (12.5 mg/day) to cause ongoing, almost nonstop, fasciculations in the calves and feet for 6 months if potassium, magnesium, and vitamin b12 levels are normal? the twitching started a year after the med was started?

Q: is it likely for hydrochlorothiazide (12.5 mg/day) to cause ongoing, almost nonstop, fasciculations in the calves and feet for 6 months if potassium, magnesium, and vitamin b12 levels are normal? the twitching started a year after the med was started?

: It is highly unlikely. Foe these symptoms pl see your doc to see for other causes

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

It is highly unlikely. Foe these symptoms pl see your doc to see for other causes

Answered 6/6/2023

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A member asked:

Is it likely for hydrochlorothiazide (12.5 mg/day) to cause ongoing, almost nonstop, fasciculations in the calves and feet for 6 months if potassium, magnesium, and vitamin b12 levels are normal? the twitching started a year after the med was started?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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