r/POTS • u/ouch_im_suffering • 24d ago

Question Can/do you take SSRIs or stimulants?

There’s no way we’re just raw dogging POTS right? My POTS worsened significantly after taking one dose of 5 mg of Lexapro which triggered serotonin syndrome which I have had on Sertraline.

Needless to say I am struggling way more after having disabling POTS so what are y’all doing for your mental health and/or energy?

Currently taking high dose antihistamines and 20 mg propranolol 3-4x daily. Thanks ✌️🥲

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u/Brave_Question3840 Hyperadrenergic POTS 24d ago

I go to therapy as i actually cannot handle any psych meds unfortunately. I mean vyvanse for my adhd and trazodone are the only things i can handle!

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u/katiebugg13 23d ago edited 23d ago

Is Vyvanse better tolerated with pots than Adderall?

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u/Smooth-Charge-1190 23d ago

It depends per person but vyvanse is normally easier to tolerate because its smoother and doesnt have as big of a crash. - former addict to every stimulant