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Medicine Reaction, Confusion or Altered Alertness

Many prescription and nonprescription medicines can cause confusion or make you less alert. A few examples are:

  • Antidepressants.
  • Antihistamines.
  • Opioid pain medicines.
  • Sedatives and tranquilizers.
  • Medicines for bladder control problems (anticholinergics).

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