bblassmith Posted February 25, 2023 Report Share Posted February 25, 2023 Hi everyone, For all the hyperpots patients out there who are taking an alpha blocker (clonidine, methyldopa, guanficine, etc.), how long have you been taking your medication? Also was there ever a time where your body stabilized after a period of time and therefore were able to wean off the medication? Are most hyperpots people on alpha blockers for life? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistol Posted February 25, 2023 Report Share Posted February 25, 2023 @bblassmith I have HPOTS but absolutely could not tolerate ANY alpha blockers. Clonidine was a horrible experience, and I tried guanfacine ( Tennex ) but it did not seem to do too much for me. I weaned off it slowly without any problems. I have found the best solution in Carvelidol ( beta and some alpha- blocking effects ) and Diltiazem ( Calcium channel blocker ). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bblassmith Posted February 25, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2023 Thanks for the reply. How did Clonidine make you feel? What were the side effects? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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