HEALTH● LOWAug 22 · Aug 22, 2026, 2:36 PM
The medicines that make summer heat harder on your body: Here what you need to know
toi · india
A variety of common medications can hinder the body's natural ability to cool itself, increasing susceptibility to heat-related issues during hot weather. Drugs like antidepressants and antipsychotics can greatly interfere with thermoregulation, while blood pressure and ADHD medications can also elevate heat production risks. Older adults on multiple prescriptions are particularly at risk from these hazardous effects.
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