Trouble Swallowing After Long Term Stelazine Use

After taking stelazine on and off for 40 years I developed a very distressing condition which can be one of the side effects of the drug. I found that I could not swallow liquids and eat solids (only tolerating mashed and pureed food) for a number of months. I started reducing the medication gradually and the symptoms improved. After 1 year I still have minor symptoms when drinking too much at once and cannot lie down immediately after eating.

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Hello, Lisa! How are you? I am very sorry about the problems you experienced.

Have you stopped taking it entirely, or are you just on a lower dose, now?

These types of medications are known to cause a lot of problematic side effects, especially with long-term use, according to the NIH, some people experience total constipation, urinary retention, anorexia, liver damage and other issues.

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