Community Toolkit
Community-vetted supplements, electrolytes, monitoring devices, and products for each condition. All products are selected based on community use and available evidence โ not commission rates.
POTS Toolkit
17 products recommended by the POTS community
Comprehensive Dysautonomia Panel
Ulta Lab Tests
Self-ordered lab testing to monitor dysautonomia-relevant biomarkers
Suggested dose: Test every 3โ6 months or as directed
Order lab tests directly without a doctor's order. Ulta Lab Tests offers a comprehensive panel relevant to dysautonomia including catecholamines, aldosterone, renin, cortisol, thyroid panel, B12, vitamin D, magnesium, and complete metabolic panel.
via Ulta Lab Tests
LMNT Electrolyte Drink Mix
LMNT
Core POTS management โ raises blood volume and reduces tachycardia on standing
Suggested dose: 1โ2 packets daily in water
High-sodium, zero-sugar electrolyte packets with 1000mg sodium, 200mg potassium, and 60mg magnesium per serving. The gold standard for POTS salt loading.
via LMNT Referral
Medical Alert Bracelet (Custom Engraved)
American Medical ID
Emergency identification for syncope, anaphylaxis, and other acute events
Suggested dose: Wear at all times
Custom-engraved stainless steel medical alert bracelet listing your conditions, medications, and emergency contacts. Critical for POTS/MCAS/EDS patients who may experience syncope, anaphylaxis, or other emergencies requiring immediate medical attention.
via American Medical ID
At-Home Health Testing
EverlyWell
Convenient at-home testing for common dysautonomia-related deficiencies
Suggested dose: Test as clinically indicated
At-home lab test kits for food sensitivity, thyroid, vitamin D, cortisol, and more. Results reviewed by a board-certified physician. Particularly useful for patients in areas with limited specialist access.
via EverlyWell / DMi OPM
DripDrop ORS Electrolyte Powder
DripDrop
Medical-grade hydration for blood volume support in POTS
Suggested dose: 1โ2 packets daily
Medical-grade oral rehydration solution with a patented formula developed by a physician. Contains sodium, potassium, magnesium, zinc, and vitamin C. Frequently recommended by cardiologists for POTS.
via DripDrop / Awin
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier
Liquid I.V.
Rapid hydration and blood volume support
Suggested dose: 1 packet in 16 oz water daily
Cellular Transport Technology (CTT) electrolyte drink mix using a specific ratio of sodium, glucose, and water to enhance rapid absorption. Popular with the POTS community for daily hydration.
via FlexOffers
SaltStick Fastchews Salt Tablets
SaltStick
Portable salt loading for POTS symptom management
Suggested dose: 1โ3 tablets as needed
Chewable electrolyte tablets with sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium in bioavailable ratios. Convenient for on-the-go salt loading without mixing drinks.
via ShareASale
Magnesium Glycinate
Thorne
Autonomic nervous system regulation, reduces adrenaline surges and palpitations
Suggested dose: 200โ400mg at bedtime
Highly bioavailable magnesium chelated with glycine. Magnesium is essential for autonomic nervous system regulation, reducing adrenaline surges, and improving sleep quality in POTS patients.
via Thorne
CoQ10 (Ubiquinol) 100mg
Thorne
Mitochondrial energy support, reduces fatigue and exercise intolerance
Suggested dose: 100โ200mg daily with food
Ubiquinol (active form of CoQ10) supports mitochondrial energy production and cardiovascular function. Particularly important for POTS patients with mitochondrial dysfunction contributing to fatigue.
via Thorne
B-Complex #12 (Methylated)
Thorne
Nerve function support, energy metabolism, and methylation
Suggested dose: 1 capsule daily with food
Comprehensive methylated B-vitamin complex including B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, methylfolate, methylcobalamin (B12), biotin, and choline. Supports nerve function, energy metabolism, and methylation pathways.
via Thorne
Vitamin D3/K2
Thorne
Immune regulation, autonomic support, corrects common deficiency
Suggested dose: 1 capsule daily with fat-containing meal
Combined D3 (5000 IU) and K2 (MK-4) for immune regulation, autonomic support, and calcium metabolism. Many dysautonomia patients are deficient in vitamin D, which worsens autonomic symptoms.
via Thorne
Licorice Root Extract (DGL-Free)
Integrative Therapeutics
Natural blood pressure support, reduces orthostatic hypotension
Suggested dose: 450mg 1โ2x daily (consult physician)
Licorice root (with glycyrrhizin intact, not DGL) raises blood pressure by inhibiting cortisol breakdown. Used as a natural alternative to fludrocortisone for blood pressure support in POTS.
via iHerb
L-Carnitine Fumarate
Thorne
Muscle fatigue reduction, mitochondrial energy support
Suggested dose: 500โ1000mg twice daily
L-carnitine transports fatty acids into mitochondria for energy production. Supports muscle function, reduces fatigue, and improves exercise tolerance in POTS patients with mitochondrial involvement.
via Thorne
Compression Stockings (20โ30 mmHg)
Sigvaris
Reduces blood pooling in legs, improves venous return and reduces tachycardia
Suggested dose: Wear from waking until bedtime
Medical-grade graduated compression stockings at 20โ30 mmHg. Compression garments are a first-line non-pharmacological treatment for POTS, reducing blood pooling in the lower extremities.
via CompressionStockings.com
Abdominal Binder (Medical Grade)
Fla Orthopedics
Reduces abdominal blood pooling, improves blood pressure on standing
Suggested dose: Wear when upright
Abdominal compression binder reduces splanchnic blood pooling, which is a major contributor to POTS symptoms. Often recommended alongside leg compression for maximum effect.
via Amazon Associates
Oura Ring Gen 3
Oura
Continuous HRV and heart rate monitoring to track autonomic function
Suggested dose: Wear 24/7
Continuous heart rate, HRV, sleep, and readiness tracking ring. Invaluable for POTS patients to monitor overnight heart rate trends, HRV, and identify flare patterns before symptoms worsen.
via Oura Ambassador
KardiaMobile 6L Personal EKG
AliveCor
Captures heart rhythm during symptoms for physician review
Suggested dose: Use during symptomatic episodes
FDA-cleared personal 6-lead EKG device that connects to your smartphone. Allows POTS patients to capture real-time heart rhythm during symptoms, invaluable for doctor appointments and tilt table test prep.
via AliveCor Direct