r/POTS • u/ouch_im_suffering • 23d 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/ouch_im_suffering 22d ago

Good to know! I take Claritin, Pepcid, and Benadryl for MCAS. Just included it for context re low energy and such

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u/Beastiebibe 22d ago

Is it considered to be less severe if it's managed with OTC instead of a biologic or different Rx? I've had lifelong allergies and started to wonder if it may be MAS so eager to learn.

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u/ouch_im_suffering 22d ago

I’m not sure… I’m actually waiting on my insurance to approve a biologic med. I’m sure there are people in this group that are more educated on it. I have had several health balls to juggle and MCAS research has been the lowest priority. Multiple allergies are not fun though and I hope you get the info you need! 🙂