SSRI and sitting in a sauna

SSRI and sitting in a sauna - is this ok?

Leno1978

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Posted 1/22/2015 5:30 PM (GMT 0)

I'm taking Lexapro and wondering if its ok to sit in a sauna? Does it effect the meds ? Bad reactions? Slow them down? Prevent them from working? Etc

Scaredy Cat

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Posted 1/22/2015 6:12 PM (GMT 0)

Leno,

As far as I know...no, it should not change your med's efficacy...

...but you will want to be careful that you are not affected, as in getting dizzy...so just see how it goes and how you feel.

I will do a little digging and get back to you if I learn anymore.;)

S.C.

Blu's Mama

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Posted 1/22/2015 7:57 PM (GMT 0)

No, the meds won't be effected. I am a sauna connoisseur, and I've been on SSRI's for a decade. Literally. Just do them the right way. 10-15 minutes maximum, get up slowly, have water afterwards. Maybe even a little more water than usual just to be on the safe side.

Leno1978

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Posted 1/23/2015 3:47 PM (GMT 0)

Thank y'all very much!!! I love the sauna and want to continue to sit in it. Thanks again

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