Some of the most prescribed medications, including those used to treat depression, ADHD and high blood pressure, can increase the risk of dehydration and other heat-related conditions.
Ooh, I started Escitalopram like a week ago (on top of already taking ADHD meds and Beta Blockers). Really explains the increased dehydration I’ve been having. Actually it would be nice if it made me more susceptible to heat though, usually I’m really really cold if it’s less than like 35°C outside. Even now my room is like 26°C, so I’m on a maxed out heat pad and under a blanket
Ooh, I started Escitalopram like a week ago (on top of already taking ADHD meds and Beta Blockers). Really explains the increased dehydration I’ve been having. Actually it would be nice if it made me more susceptible to heat though, usually I’m really really cold if it’s less than like 35°C outside. Even now my room is like 26°C, so I’m on a maxed out heat pad and under a blanket
Oh hell Beta Blockers. Why are they even used for anything other than emergent care these days?
Because some are pretty effective at migraine prevention.