I just started taking benztropine about a week or so ago and now my feet and half my calf's are super swollen. Have any of you had this reaction? Also there is numbing that goes half way up my calf. I did make an appointment with a doctor to check it out but I am very curious. If this is a common side effect?
I just started taking benztropine could this be a side effect?
Question posted by Lillizabeth14 on 28 May 2022
Last updated on 28 May 2022
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masso
28 May 2022
Most likely the swelling has something to do with the medication although it is not listed as a possible side effect.
It could also be related to an underlying condition, you have done the right thing, seeing your DR..
masso
28 May 2022
masso
28 May 2022
masso
28 May 2022
The adverse effects of benztropine range in severity from mild to moderate to severe.
Mild Adverse Effects
Fever
Rash
General weakness, lethargy, and insomnia
Nausea and vomiting
Headache and drowsiness
Insomnia
Paraesthesia
Xerostomia
Mydriasis
Moderate Adverse Effects
Myasthenia
Heatstroke, heat intolerance, or hyperthermia
Visual hallucinations and delirium
Confusion and toxic psychosis
Depression
Psychotic symptoms (worsening of pre-existing symptoms)
Blurred vision
Cycloplegia
Impairment of memory
Dry mouth
Parotitis
Dysuria and urinary tract infections
Sinus tachycardia
Constipation
Numbness of fingers
Severe Adverse Effects
Toxic megacolon
Paralytic ileus
Ocular hypertension
Source: National Library of Medicine
National Center for Biotechnology Information
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