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What supplements to take for dizziness?

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Lake Charles, LA

Dizziness in multiple myeloma patients is a common symptom often caused by dehydration, anemia, low blood pressure (orthostatic hypotension), or treatment side effects. Supplements should always be discussed with a hematologist or oncologist first to avoid dangerous interactions with treatments like Velcade (bortezomib).Based on common causes of dizziness in this population, potential supportive supplements include:1. Magnesium and CalciumMagnesium is sometimes used to support nerve function and… read more

May 14
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Since many of lose significant amounts of weight with our MM battle, the dosage on all meds we were taking pre-diagnosis should be reevaluated. That said, it is up to us to remind our doctors to do so.

May 15
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I was dizzy when getting up and my team determined it was my blood pressure meds and they decreased the dosage and haven't been dizzy since. I would discuss with your oncologist first.

May 15
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I agree with both these comments. I would add that some treatments affect the heart. It’s important to see a Cardiologist if you are taking a drug that can affect your heart.
Paula🌹

May 15
MyMyelomaTeam

Dizziness is a really common experience with myeloma, and it's smart to explore ways to manage it. While supplements can play a supportive role, always check with your oncologist or hematologist before starting anything new — some supplements can interfere with myeloma treatments.

That said, here are some supplements that Show Full Answer

Dizziness is a really common experience with myeloma, and it's smart to explore ways to manage it. While supplements can play a supportive role, always check with your oncologist or hematologist before starting anything new — some supplements can interfere with myeloma treatments.

That said, here are some supplements that may help address common causes of dizziness in myeloma:

For nerve-related dizziness (peripheral neuropathy):
- Vitamin E – may help reduce treatment-related nerve damage
- L-glutamine – studied for its role in protecting nerves during treatment
- Omega-3 fatty acids – may lower the risk of nerve-related side effects
- Vitamin B12 & B6 – support nervous system health (avoid excessive B6 to prevent toxicity)

For general support:
- Magnesium – supports nerve function and blood pressure regulation
- Calcium with Vitamin D – especially relevant if bone density is a concern Beyond supplements, staying well-hydrated is one of the most effective ways to manage dizziness. Some MyMyelomaTeam members have found IV hydration helpful when drinking water alone wasn't enough.

Tracking when dizziness occurs and sharing that log with your care team can also help pinpoint the cause and guide the best approach for you.

May 14

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