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Drug-induced tremor - Prevention

Alternative Names

Tremor - drug-induced

Prevention:

Always tell your doctor about the medicines you take. Over-the-counter drugs should be taken with caution, especially those that contain stimulants or a medicine called theophylline.

Caffeine can make tremors worse. Avoid caffeinated drinks such as coffee, tea, and soda, and other stimulants.

Central nervous system

Reviewed last on: 8/14/2008
Daniel B. Hoch, PhD, MD, Assistant Professor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School, Department of Neurology, Massachusetts General Hospital; and Linda Vorvick, MD, Seattle Site Coordinator, Lecturer, Pathophysiology, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

References

Jankovic J. Movement disorders. In: Goetz, CG, eds. Textbook of Clinical Neurology. 3rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 34.

Lang A. Other movement disorders. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 434.

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