The meds that can make the heat harder to handle
August 21, 2026

(BBC) – Some of the most prescribed medications, including those used to treat depression, ADHD and high blood pressure, can increase the risk of dehydration and other heat-related conditions.
Many types of drugs used to treat mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, are known to increase heat vulnerability due to how they interact with the hypothalamus, the brain’s thermoregulation centre. (Read More)