Anyone on these 5 prescriptions told ‘take action now’ as heat hits
A warning has been given to anyone who receives five different types of drugs – this can cause problems at temperature. A pharmacist said that everyone should take action about these drugs as the temperatures rise this week – will be the hottest day of the year (Monday).
Since the second amber heat health warning is in force in two weeks, temperatures will rise again on Sunday. MET office said Mercury could reach 30C in London, 28C and 28C in the east of England.
Mercury could have reached 34C on Monday, which would be the fourth time in June since the 1930s.
Dipa Kamdar, senior lecturer in pharmacy application, Kingston He wrote on the chat website This uses various mechanisms to regulate body temperature: sweating, blood flow to the skin and fluid balance. However, some commonly prescribed drugs make it difficult to stay cool by interfering with these processes. ”
He looked at some drugs used by millions of people in the UK and said they should take action.
Antidepressants
Ms. Kamdar, two specific types of antidepressants – selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and tricyclics (TCAs) – ‘the summer can make it difficult to deal’ he said. He said: “They can cause heat intolerance because they affect the body’s sweating ability.
“Both antidepressants are believed to partially work by affecting neurotransmitter levels in both brain – primarily serotonin and noradrenaline – other neurotransmitters. For example, TCAs can prevent acetylcholine, neurotransmitter.
“Since sweating is an important cooling mechanism, it can lead to heat -related disease according to any deduction made in this process. Excessive sweating can cause dehydration if fluids are not changed.”
Antipsychotic
Kamdar said: “antipsychotics are used to treat psychosis that may occur in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
“As a result, someone who receives an antipsychotic may not feel overheated or dehydrated when hot. This can cause low blood pressure and heart function. The body tries to compensate by narrowing blood vessels and holding heat. This reduces sweating and tries to cool it correctly.
Heart remedies
Beta-blockers reduce heart rate and reduce how strong the heart pumps. However, Ms. Kamdar said that it can limit the blood flow to the skin – which makes it difficult for the body to release heat on hot days.
“Diuretics are widely used in the treatment of high blood pressure or heart failure. However, as these drugs increase urine output, they can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances in these hot weather. While there is less fluid, the body may struggle seriously.
Ramipril and Losartan used to manage blood pressure may increase the risk of genius, he said. “These drugs prevent a system that helps to control blood pressure, fluid balance and thirst in the body. This can reduce your natural drinking impulse and increase the risk of dehydration when hot.”
Stimuli
Stimulants such as amphetamines used for ADHD affect many brain chemicals, including dopamine and noradrenaline. This can increase the body temperature, increase metabolism and change the sweating of the body – all of which can make it difficult to cool down, especially when exercising or in hot weather. This can also potentially lead to dehydration, overheating, or even heat impact. Stimulants can also reduce the feeling of fatigue, which can cause people to excessively consume themselves without realizing the danger.
Insulin
MS Kamdar Said: “Warm Temperatures Cause The Body’s Blood Vessels to Dilate (Widen) in Order to Help Us Cool Off. But this Action Means Insulin is Absorbed into the Bloodstream Fast As There Blood Drop More Quickly can reduce the efficacy of the insulin or the disruption of the insulin, the insulin, the insulin, the insuller. For this reason, insulin should be stored in the refrigerator, especially until it is used in summer. Damaged insulin will change the appearance – cloudy or color change. “
What to do to avoid the Heat collision
Ms. Kamdar said that people in these common prescription drugs can take action to avoid a problem:
Check the labels for storage instructions. Avoid leaving medicines in cars or hot places such as windows. Insulin is not the only medication affected by heat – inhaler and epipers may also be malfunctioning or less effective.
Unless your doctor recommends otherwise, stay juicy when it is hot. Dehydration can actually make the effects of many drugs worse. For example, anti-inflammatory painkillers (such as Ibuprofen) are more likely to cause renal problems and if you become dehydrated, bipolar drugs (including lithium) are more likely to become toxic.
Avoid peak heat clocks and stay in cool environments when possible. Monitor the warning signs of heat -related diseases such as dizziness, confusion, nausea or excessive sweating.
Do not stop buying your prescriptions without medical advice. If it affects your ability to cope with heat, talk to your doctor or your pharmacist.
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