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Do Anticholinergics Cause Heat Intolerance? Exploring the Connection

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), anticholinergic agents are among several medication classes that increase the risk of heat-related illness during hot weather. Do anticholinergics cause heat intolerance? Yes, they can significantly impair the body's ability to regulate its temperature, leading to a higher risk of overheating and heat-related illness.