Stimulants: Medications used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) such as methylphenidate (Ritalin) and amphetamine (Adderall) have been reported to cause eye blinking in some people.
Antipsychotics: Medications used to treat mental illness such as haloperidol (Haldol) and risperidone (Risperdal) have been reported to cause eye blinking in some people.
Antidepressants: Medications used to treat depression such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) like fluoxetine (Prozac) and sertraline (Zoloft) have been reported to cause eye blinking in some people.
Anti-anxiety medications: Medications used to treat anxiety such as lorazepam (Ativan) and alprazolam (Xanax) have been reported to cause eye blinking in some people.
Medications for Parkinson's disease: Medications used to treat Parkinson's disease such as levodopa (Sinemet) and pramipexole (Mirapex) have been reported to cause eye blinking in some people.
If you are experiencing eye blinking or eye twitching as a side effect of a medication, talk to your doctor. Your doctor may be able to adjust your dosage or switch you to a different medication that does not cause this side effect. It's important not to stop taking any medication without consulting with your doctor first.