Reaction to meds/supplements?

[Cnsmama]

Hi everyone. New to the board.  I have dysautonomia and autoimmune disease.  I seem to be very sensitive to meds and supplements. Wondering if normal for most?  I have had increased dysautonomia symptoms after taking zithromax, vigamox eye drops and most recently Zinc?  I get increased heart rate,  sweating, difficulty breathing, shaking chills, dizziness, and brain fog, and sometimes accompanied by stomach symptoms.  The zinc dose was very low and flare lasted about 7 days.   Anyone else have same problems?  Thanks!

[MikeO]

Hi @Cnsmama

I also am sensitive to certain meds as well. From what i have read this is not uncommon in folks with dysautonomia. I just had this conversation with my PCP and he suspects that i have a allergic response or intolerance to the offending meds which in turn will trigger a flare. It is very frustrating to say the least.

[MomtoGiuliana]

This is not unusual for dysautonomia patients.  

Have you looked into MCAS?

[Cnsmama]

My son has MCAS.  Though I have never been tested.  Glad I am not alone.  Any suggestions?

[MomtoGiuliana]

There has been a lot of discussion about MCAS on the forum.  You might do a search to see if there has been past discussion that may be helpful.

 

Here are a few past discussions that might be informative for you.

 

MCAS-Mast Cell Info - Dysautonomia Discussion - Dysautonomia Information Network (DINET)

 

Me And My Mcas--A New Diagnosis And A Few Questions! - Dysautonomia Discussion - Dysautonomia Information Network (DINET)

 

For Those Interested - I Saw Dr. Afrin And Have A Possible Mcas Diagnosis - Dysautonomia Discussion - Dysautonomia Information Network (DINET)

 

[sitcedar]

That is actually more common than anyone would like. Have a talk with your doctor, and please do update us.