It is about a week that I started to take Sam e 400 . I have had drastic change in my bp. Before Effexor had given me high bp. Now I am not taking Effexor anymore but during this week my bp has come very low and I feel without energy and listless. Has anyone had the same experience the Sam e lowered the bp so that it was annoying. thanks
Does Sam-e lowers or changes your blood pressure?
Question posted by roya31 on 11 July 2014
Last updated on 27 March 2018
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sodapopgirl87
3 Sep 2016
I began taking Sam-e in February 2016. I got off seroquel because it was ruining my life and causing massive weight gain. I am morbidly obese(308lbs). I'm 29. I'm also pregnant. 5 weeks. My blood pressure since 6 months ago has been terrible. I always had elevated pressure. About 140s over 90's... now I'm 180/110. Could my Sam-e be to blame. I'm just scared because I have major psychological issues and sam-e has been a dream drug for me as it has made me a beautiful person to be around again without all the weight gain and solemnity. What was your blood pressure on Sam-e? Was it super high like mine?
guahan
27 March 2018
I take sam e but before doing so I did a lot of research on it. It is recommended that you take a B-complex vitamin with folate when taking Sam e. Sam e raises homocysteine levels which may affect the heart. Taking B-Complex with folate supplement will reduce homocysteine levels. I take Sam e for fibromyalgia and depression and it works wonders. Does a lot better than when I was on Lyrica, Cymbalta and Neurontin.
WildcatVet
11 July 2014
Hi, roya! Everything I've heard or read indicates that SAMe can potentially raise blood pressure.
Did you stop taking the Effexor abruptly? Because low pressure can be a symptom of Effexor withdrawal.
You need to discuss this with your doctor right away.
Best wishes, WCV
roya31
12 July 2014
Hello dear Wildcat Vet
I did not stop it abruptly, but I decreased the dosage of Effexor by myself for 6 months - I know it was not very wise, especially now. I could not find a doctor who would agree to take me off from anti depressants so... Tomorrow I have to see a new consultant. I hope I can go through a proper way.
Thanks for your precise answer and attention
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