Orthostatic Hypotension Risk Factors

What are the risk factors that lead to this condition? Are you at risk of getting Orthostatic Hypotension? Below you'll find information on each of the known risk factors for this condition.

Learn

Take Action

Orthostatic Hypotension Risks


A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease or condition.

Risk factors include:

  • Increased age
  • Use of certain drugs:
    • Loop diuretics
    • Vasodilators
    • MAO inhibitors
    • Tricyclic antidepressants
    • Tetracyclic antidepressants
    • Phenothiazine antipsychotic drugs
    • Quinidine
    • Levodopa
    • Barbiturates
    • Alcohol
  • Inadequate fluid intake
  • Prolonged bedrest
  • Certain diseases or conditions:
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Advanced Heart Failure
    • Addison's disease
    • Diabetes
    • Pernicious anemia
    • Amyloidosis
    • Guillain-Barre syndrome
    • Riley-Day syndrome
    • Shy-Drager syndrome


Latest Articles

There are no articles are available for Orthostatic Hypotension.



Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright ©2013 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved. Source: EBSCO