Can long term opiate abuse cause you to have seizures.?

Question by mimi: Can long term opiate abuse cause you to have seizures.?
My friend is telling me he is scared because he has been having seizures. He has been addicted to opiate drugs and continues to do them. Is this a result of the drug abuse or is it some other underlying medical issue. Thank you for all your help.

Best answer:

Answer by gupta
Yes seizures are treated commonly with opiates. If enough of the medication is taken, it could lower the seizures threshold and cause and a seizure.

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