(WGXA) — Those who take prescription medications may need to be cautious as extreme heat looms over Middle Georgia and across the Southeast.
That’s according to a physician with Piedmont Macon, Dr. Nupur Mishra. She says high temperatures can pose risks of dehydration and affect how well the body sweats in those who take daily blood pressure medications, beta blockers and more.
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“Even some diabetic medications, some other anticholinergic medications, they all have effects that make you more likely to be dehydrated, more likely to not sweat properly or not being able to manage your thirst,” said Dr. Mishra.
Dr. Nupur Mishra speaks with WGXA about risks surrounding use of prescription meds in extreme heat on Aug. 14, 2026 (Perry Smith/WGXA).
Dr. Mishra added that exposure to extreme heat outside has the potential to lower blood pressure to dangerous levels for those on blood pressure medications, and that the older population are more likely to feel these effects.
She said the best thing to do is stay hydrated and check in with others on how they’re feeling while outisde in high temps, but also remembering to check in with yourself.
“If something feels off, if something doesn’t feel right, get medical help right away,” Dr. Mishra urged.
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