Many prescription and nonprescription drugs can cause weakness and fatigue. A few examples are:
- Antianxiety medicines.
- Antidepressants.
- High blood pressure medicines.
- Statin medicines for high cholesterol.
If you think a prescription or nonprescription medicine may be causing your weakness or fatigue, call your doctor.
Current as of: September 25, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff (https://www.healthwise.org/specialpages/legal/abouthw/en)
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