Some medications can make it harder for your body to handle extreme heat, experts say

Health authorities and pharmacists are warning that certain medications—including antidepressants like Citalopram, Fluoxetine, and Sertraline—can impair the body’s ability to regulate temperature during record-breaking heat. Coverage highlights UKHSA advisories and pharmacist recommendations for medication storage and usage during prolonged heat events.

Reuters, *The Mirror*, and *The Sun* emphasize the need for patients to consult healthcare providers before adjusting dosages or routines. The Tuscaloosa Thread and *Pharmacy Business* focus on practical steps, such as keeping medications in cool environments and recognizing symptoms like dizziness or confusion as potential heat-related drug interactions.

Monitor for expanded guidance from public health agencies on vulnerable populations, potential drug recalls, or updated prescribing warnings as heat advisories persist. Coverage does not yet specify whether this trend extends to other drug classes or regions beyond the UK and US.