10 Common Medications That Can Cause Loss of Balance

These drugs can:

• Lower blood pressure
• Alter brain signaling
• Cause lightheadedness when standing

This makes people feel off-balance or faint.

3. Antipsychotics

Examples:
Haldol, Risperdal, Zyprexa

They may cause:

• Muscle stiffness
• Sedation
• Inner-ear disturbances

All of these interfere with normal walking and balance.

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