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Is There Interaction Between Lexapro And Fluoxetine?
Question: My 90 year old mother may be confused by insurance companies switching her med brand names. She has both Fluoxetine and LEXAPRO at home and I think those are redundant and should not both be taken together. Thoughts?
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
You are totally correct. Lexapro and Fluoxetine should NOT be taken together. She should only be taking one or the other. Taking both puts her at risk of serotonin syndrome, which can be deadly. Clarify with her doctor which one she should be taking.
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Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
You are totally correct. Lexapro and Fluoxetine should NOT be taken together. She should only be taking one or the other. Taking both puts her at risk of serotonin syndrome, which can be deadly. Clarify with her doctor which one she should be taking.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private link below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private link: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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