Posted by em_kath on January 22, 2010, at 13:57:18
In reply to Re: MAOIs and orthostatic hypotension » em_kath, posted by pedr on January 21, 2010, at 18:27:51
> Hi,
> I've posted a few times regarding hypotension on Nardil recently. Contrary to what others say, IT'S NOT JUST WHEN YOU STAND UP TOO QUICKLY! I would get it after walking up a flight of stairs, turning my head quickly, even looking to the side of my vision!
> Regarding blindness, I did not get that. My symptom was everything would go blinding white, like a searchlight shining right in your eyes. This would last for a minute or two.
> I highly, highly, highly recommend increasing your blood pressure (assuming you have no related complications) thus:
> 1/ drink a pint of water with 1/2 teaspoon of salt (or more if you can tolerate) with breakfast
> 2/ drink another 2 pints of water (if possible)
> 3/ keep drinking water during the day.
> 4/ moderate amounts Caffeine helps too.
> All these things really helped with my hypotension. I was even able to play soccer. Badly, but still play.
> HTH,
> Pete
>
> p.s. if the salty water is too much, try Thermotabs salt supplements. You can get them on eBay.
Thanks for the suggestions, I did notice today it happened after I walked up some stairs! I have been on this medication for 7 weeks and just this week it's become an issue. Instead of the salt do you think electrolyte water like sports drinks or something would be helpful, or does it have to be salt? I don't think I could drink salty water, I may look into those Thermotabs or just eat more salty foods, and I'd have no problem drinking more caffeine. Thanks again!
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