Physical activity is one of the most essential habits to become healthy! However, many times the population already has certain illnesses. Therefore, medication may be required! But this is not an excuse to skip classes! It is only necessary not to do physical activities outside the scope of action of certain medications.
Do not take these medications if you are going to exercise!
If you examine the side effects of your medication, you may be able to see if the medication is harmful for your training. Some of the side effects include dehydration, drowsiness, increased blood pressure, and increased heart rate.
Attention! Not only drugs, but many dietary supplements can also be harmful, and, however, because they do not include package inserts or specific information, they end up being more dangerous...
Although this list does not cover every medication that may be harmful to your training session, it does cover the most common ones.
This is one of the most common sleep disorders.
Oftentimes, drowsiness lasts until the next day... resulting in difficulty in completing the exercise.
If you are struggling to get enough sleep, take a sleep med or schedule a workout for later when the side effects fade.
Many first-generation histamines, such as diphenhydramine and hydroxyzine, cross the blood-brain barrier and have an influence on memory, coordination, and drowsiness.
Several brands can be tried out in order to pick one that suits you more during your training sessions.
Regardless, all have a reputation for increasing body temperature, which increases the likelihood of overheating and excessive sweating and can result in severe dehydration.
When you have a cold or sinusitis, you get relief from a decongestant, such as pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, found in Sinutab and even Actifed.
Nonetheless, this active ingredient has the potential to boost your heart rate and blood pressure!
If you exercise regularly, decongestants may increase your risk of a cardiac event!
It is advised to postpone the exercise until you feel better and do not require this medication.
During exercise, your bowel muscles contract, which can result in pain and cramping. This is because less blood flows to your intestine, which is being pumped primarily to the muscles, increasing the risk of cramps.
To avoid cramping, avoid taking laxatives close to your workout.
To treat mood disorders, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are used.
Sertraline, fluoxetine, and citalopram are some examples.
When it comes to training, you may feel drowsy, which might reduce your energy levels! In addition, it is possible to have a dry mouth and sweat excessively. Always carry water with you and keep an eye on your body during your workout.
However, this shouldn't be a reason to refrain from exercising. In fact, exercise aids in mental well-being.
Exercise early in the day before taking medication is recommended as a way to minimize side effects.
Medications such as Xanax are used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Xanax assists in the relaxing effect as well as the reduction of brain stimulation activity.
Possible side effects of benzodiazepines include:
Somnolence (drowsiness) Muscle relaxation Energy deficit
If you are using benzodiazepines, train safely! Because the side effects may reduce your effort and stamina for exercise, it is recommended that you exercise before taking this medicine.
Methylphenidate is a psychostimulant medicine that has been approved for the treatment of ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, and narcolepsy.
Amphétamine, a psychotropic medication class, has had some side effects, such as:
Increased heart rate Anxiety Agitation Tremor Hyperthermia (extreme overheating) Increased risk of heart attack If you are taking these types of stimulants, you should exercise fairly safely! Ask your doctor if the dosage is working properly or if you need to reduce it.
If you like morning exercise, you should exercise first and take your medication afterwards!
If, on the other hand, you don't like morning exercise, it's best to wait until the drug's effects fade (after four to six hours).
Eat something before training because it can sabotage medication administration. Reduce the intensity of your workout or even stop if you are overheated!
If you have any questions about what was prescribed, consult your doctor or pharmacist first!
