Can two common drugs tame the debilitating symptoms of POTS?

NCT ID NCT07757555

First seen Aug 11, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This trial investigates whether guanfacine or cromolyn sodium—two drugs already approved for other conditions—can improve physical functioning and reduce symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and gastrointestinal issues in adults with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS). Participants will receive each drug and a placebo in random order over three 4-week periods, while continuing standard lifestyle management. The study aims to see if either drug offers meaningful relief compared to placebo and to explore how they might work.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
guanfacine and cromolyn sodium
What this could lead to
If either drug works, it could offer a new treatment option to improve daily functioning and reduce symptoms like fatigue and brain fog in people with POTS.
What could go wrong
This is an early-phase trial with only 25 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Both drugs are FDA-approved for other conditions but not for POTS, and side effects are possible.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States

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