What are the symptoms of autonomic nervous system dysfunction, and what medications can be taken?

Generally, symptoms of autonomic dysfunction include anxiety, difficulty falling asleep, palpitations, indigestion, and difficulty concentrating. Medications such as Anshen Bunaoye (Nourishing Brain Liquid), Paroxetine Hydrochloride Tablets, Propranolol Hydrochloride Tablets, Domperidone Tablets, and Yiqi Yangxue Oral Liquid may be taken according to medical advice. Details are as follows:

I. Symptoms

1. Anxiety: Patients often experience unexplained tension and worry. Anxiety may occur without obvious triggers and can persist for a long time. In severe cases, patients may become restless, frequently move about, or display increased small movements such as hand rubbing or leg shaking.

2. Difficulty Falling Asleep: After lying down, the brain has difficulty calming down and is filled with thoughts. Patients may recall events from the day or think about future plans, tossing and turning for 30 minutes or even several hours before falling asleep. Even in a quiet and comfortable environment, they may struggle to fall asleep quickly.

3. Palpitations: Patients can distinctly feel their heartbeat, which may be fast and irregular. While at rest, they may suddenly feel their heart pounding. This sensation may last for several minutes to several hours and is sometimes accompanied by chest tightness.

4. Indigestion: A feeling of fullness occurs after eating, with a sensation that food remains undigested in the stomach. This may be accompanied by belching and acid regurgitation. Belching involves gas rising from the stomach, while acid regurgitation refers to the sensation of stomach acid flowing back into the esophagus. Symptoms may worsen when bending over or lying flat.

5. Difficulty Concentrating: When performing tasks, patients are easily distracted by external stimuli or involuntarily lose focus. For example, while reading or working, they may be drawn to surrounding sounds or their own thoughts, unable to concentrate on the task at hand, resulting in reduced reading efficiency or work errors.

II. Medications

1. Anshen Bunaoye (Nourishing Brain Liquid): This Chinese patent medicine has the effects of nourishing the marrow, replenishing energy and blood, and strengthening the brain to calm the nerves. It is suitable for insomnia, forgetfulness, and fatigue caused by autonomic dysfunction.

2. Paroxetine Hydrochloride Tablets: This antidepressant medication can also be used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, or social anxiety disorder. If patients with autonomic dysfunction also experience anxiety or depression, they may take this medication as directed by a physician.

3. Propranolol Hydrochloride Tablets: This β-blocker is used to treat various types of arrhythmia, such as atrial and ventricular premature contractions, and sinoatrial or atrioventricular nodal reentrant tachycardia. If patients with autonomic dysfunction experience symptoms such as tachycardia or palpitations, they may use this medication under medical guidance.

4. Domperidone Tablets: This prokinetic agent is indicated for dyspeptic symptoms caused by delayed gastric emptying, gastroesophageal reflux, or esophagitis, such as nausea and vomiting. If patients with autonomic dysfunction exhibit these symptoms, they are advised to use this medication as directed by a physician.

5. Yiqi Yangxue Oral Liquid: This Chinese patent medicine has the function of replenishing energy and nourishing blood. It is suitable for symptoms of qi and blood deficiency caused by autonomic dysfunction, such as palpitations, shortness of breath, and fatigue.

Maintaining good habits and a positive mindset also play important roles in treating and recovering from autonomic dysfunction.