Common Causes Of Swollen Hands And Feet

Side Effects From Medications

Many medications can cause swelling of the ankles or feet as a side effect. Some of the drugs include calcium channel blockers, steroids, antidepressants, medications to treat diabetes, blood pressure medicines, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and hormones such as birth controls and estrogen. However, nearly any medicine can cause swelling.

If medications cause swollen ankles or feet, a licensed health practitioner should be consulted to determine other methods of treating the underlying illness or disease. The doctor should be aware of any and all medications being used, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter pharmaceuticals, supplements, and herbal or alternative medicines.

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