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What are the harmful side effects of vasodilation?

Sent to Health Experts October 29, 2005 10:55 p.m.

I recently started taking a dietary supplement and very happy with results. However, I have started having headaches. Could be a coincidence. The online service for the supplement provider said I could be suffering from vasodilation. They suggested cutting my usage in half and if that didn't stop the headaches then to discontinue use altogether. I know what vasodilation is but would like to know what harm could be cause by this. Thanks.

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October 29, 2005 11:03 p.m. (8 minutes and 54 seconds later)

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What is the name of the supplement you are taking?

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Sent October 30, 2005 10:33 a.m. (11 hours and 29 minutes later)

Hot-Rox. Purchased from GNC

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October 30, 2005 1:41 p.m. (3 hours and 8 minutes later)

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Hi Miracle

Vasodilation can cause headaches. Vasodilation can also lead to low blood pressure, which would predispose one to fainting and dizzy spells. Especially while working out, or when standing from a lying position.

Yes, you can try cutting it in half and see if that helps. If not, I would stop taking it.

Hope that helps, and I'm here for you if you have more questions.

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Sent October 30, 2005 2:26 p.m. (45 minutes and 36 seconds later)

Thanks for answering my question Kerry. Other than the low blood pressure (which could lead to dizziness and possible fainting) is there anything else I should be aware of; if indeed this is vasodilation? Anything as serious as stroke or heart attack? I was told to cut back to smaller dosage and then to increase to max dosage and see if that helped. I just want to make sure I am not causing myself any real harm. Thanks again.

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