orthostatic hypotension

Which Toxins are Most Commonly Associated with Orthostatic Hypotension?


Certain classes of drugs and chemicals are more commonly linked to orthostatic hypotension. These include:
Tricyclic antidepressants and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
Nitrates and other vasodilators
Diuretics
Opioids
Alcohol
These substances can either dilate blood vessels, deplete blood volume, or interfere with autonomic control, leading to a drop in blood pressure upon standing.

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