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The NHS urges those taking medications to read the patient information leaflet(Image: Getty Images)<\/p>\nDiabetes and blood pressure medications are both on the list of medications that can affect your ability to cope with the heatThe NHS urges those taking medications to read the patient information leaflet(Image: Getty Images)<\/p>\n
Though most of us welcome the hot weather<\/a>, the higher temperatures can also be dangerous. With the heat comes risks of dehydration and over heating. There are certain factors that can also make this more likely, one of which is medication.<\/p>\n While this isn\u2019t the case for all medications, there are certain medicines to be aware of when it comes to increased risk of heat related illnesses. According the NHS <\/a>blood pressure medication, diuretics, antipsychotic medications and some diabetes medications can make it more difficult for your body to cope with the heat.<\/p>\n In some cases this is due to losing more water through sweating or urination.<\/p>\n Dehydration can cause dizziness, headaches, tiredness, confusion, and dark urine. This is particularly dangerous for older adults, young children, and people with heart or kidney conditions<\/p>\n In other cases medication can make skin more prone to sunburn.<\/p>\n Diuretics and blood pressure medication<\/p>\n People taking diuretics, or \u2018water tablets\u2019, such as furosemide, are already losing more fluid through urination. This can cause dehydration and mineral imbalances.<\/p>\n Blood pressure<\/a> medicines such as ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, or calcium channel blockers can also make it harder for your body to regulate temperature, especially during sudden hot spells. ACE inhibitors can even suppress your natural thirst response.<\/p>\n Advice from the NHS says to drink more water and stay cool.<\/p>\n Diabetes and antipsychotic medication<\/p>\n