MMW Fortschr Med. 2002 Oct; 144(43): 33-5.

[Effective "home remedies" in orthostatic hypotension. A glass of water before getting up and a brick under the bed]

Jordan J.

The symptoms of orthostatic hypotension can be considerably improved by non-pharmacological treatment, and patients with such symptoms should not initially be given medication. Many patients, for example, show a pronounced increase in blood pressure shortly after drinking water, and this phenomenon can be utilized to ameliorate symptoms. In patients who respond inadequately, treatment with pharmacological agents is indicated. The most appropriate drug needs to be selected individually on the basis of its action and tolerability. All medications suitable for treating orthostatic hypotension can appreciably increase the blood pressure in the prone patient.