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Dizziness, low BP, bloating, head heavy
I was taking Hydroxycut (fat burner) empty stomach every morning and Creatine at night for 45 days while going to gym. 17 days ago I felt faint at gym, came home, and since then I've been experiencing dizziness, sweating even in AC, and low BP (60/120). I visited a doctor — full body checkup including liver came back normal.
But I still have: low BP episodes, bloating, heavy head, warm stomach, excessive burping and gas. Doctor prescribed Rabeprazole for 5 days. I self-took Pantoprazole for 2 days. Also took Laxitas last 2 days.
I don't feel back to normal. Not comfortable going to gym or going out. Is this prolonged recovery from stimulant overuse or something else? Should I be worried? How long will it take to feel normal again?
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Hello. Your symptoms strongly point toward a combination of stimulant-induced autonomic dysregulation and severe acute gastritis caused by taking fat burners on an empty stomach. High-stimulant supplements can over-activate your sympathetic nervous system and irritate the gut lining, leading to a prolonged "crash" phase characterized by dizziness, sweating, bloating, and blood pressure fluctuations. Since your full body checkup is normal, there is no permanent organ damage, but your body's nervous and digestive systems need time to reset.
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Recovery Action Plan:
Stop all fat burners, pre-workouts, and creatine completely for now.
Avoid further self-medication with random laxatives or changing PPIs frequently, as this can worsen gut bloating.
Sip on electrolyte water or ORS throughout the day to help stabilize your blood pressure episodes and reduce dizziness.
Take a break from heavy weightlifting for the next 7 to 10 days; restrict yourself to mild, low-intensity walking. Eat small, bland, non-spicy meals.
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Stimulant recovery can typically take anywhere from 2 to 3 weeks for the autonomic nervous system and gut flora to return to baseline. To check your standing/sitting blood pressure variations, review your exact lab sheets, and get a structured prescription to safely heal your stomach and energy levels, you can book a consultation via my profile here or message me directly on WhatsApp at: six three six nine four six zero five seven seven.
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Consult with doctor..
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Good prescription
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Hydroxycut may cause jitters, increased heart rate, anxiety, or sleep disturbances in sensitive individuals. It is not suitable for pregnant or nursing women, or individuals with pre-existing heart conditions or blood pressure issues.
Creatine absorbs water and causes low BP.
My advice is to stop these two drugs and gym exercise. On recovery, start gym, but do not follow your gym trainer advice. We have seen many irreversible cases created by gym trainers.
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You have been given laxative, antacid and vit. Supplements.
Continue these if symptoms still present.
Dizziness could be due to postural hypotension, get blood.pressure checked in sitting and standing position . Change position slowly
Sit with legs spread in front.
Take small frequent meals, avoid fatty, spicy food, excess of caffeinated products. Take salty rehydrating fluids one or 2 times daily.
It is better to go for aerobic exercises like brisk walking, jogging, swimming, yoga, cycling.
Start slowly and increase amount of exercise gradually.
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You feel Headache due to mild low bp. Brain get less blood supply ,thatswhy you feel these symptoms.drink adequate water and add some fatty diet to normalise your symptoms.
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Proper evaluation and personalised advice are needed for your concern. A detailed consultation would be best to provide accurate guidance.
Feel free to consult me for further assistance.
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
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20 yrs exp
Mumbai
Please consult
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Mr. Abdul Aziz
General Physician
Goalpara
Take tab pan D
1tab od cm 7days
Syp polycrol
5ml tds ac 10days
Electral powder
1schet in 1l water
Kindly review after 5 days via practo
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Dr. Anshad A Salam
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Mangalore
Taking Hydroxycut on an empty stomach can severely irritate your gut and overstimulate your nervous system. Stop all supplements. See a cardiologist and gastroenterologist to monitor your blood pressure and gut health.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
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Jaipur
Do consult
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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Its stress
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