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Members rallied around someone struggling to find blood pressure medication that doesn't cause extreme fatigue on top of their fibromyalgia... Read more

Members rallied around someone struggling to find blood pressure medication that doesn't cause extreme fatigue on top of their fibromyalgia symptoms, with the overwhelming consensus being to seek a second opinion from a doctor who listens and understands that people with fibro can be hypersensitive to medications. Several members shared medications that have worked for them, including hydrochlorothiazide, propranolol (which also helps migraines), atenolol, and verapamil, while others recommended lifestyle approaches like juicing with beets, cutting out caffeine and salt, and staying hydrated. A recurring theme was validation that blood pressure medications absolutely can cause fatigue, that this side effect is real and documented by many patients, and that finding the right medication often requires patience, persistence, and a healthcare provider who takes your concerns seriously.