8 Reasons Your Legs Cramp at Night After 50—and What May Help

  • fluid losses when you have been sweating heavily.
  • Follow your healthcare professional’s advice if you have heart or kidney problems that require fluid restrictions.

If you frequently experience cramps alongside excessive thirst or frequent urination, seek medical advice rather than assuming you are simply dehydrated.

5. Certain Medications

Some medications may contribute to muscle cramps in certain people. Examples can include diuretics and some cholesterol-lowering medicines, although the relationship varies by medication and individual.

If your cramps started after beginning a new medicine or changing a dose, it is worth

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