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How Can An Upper Respiratory Infection Be Treated?

I have an upper respiratory infection. for the last 8 weeks I ve been taking 15MG Escitalopram. I would like to take a cold/flu multi-sympton meds that have worked for me in the past. The box reads Do not use if taking a MAOI. is Escitalopram an MAOI?
Wed, 4 Apr 2018
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Hello,

Escitalopram is not a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). It is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors used for the treatment of depression. Apart from antihistamines, you have to take antibiotics also for respiratory tract infection. But for you, there will be drug interactions between Escitalopram and antihistamines. Please consult your general physician for more suggestions and treatment.



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Dr. Siddartha
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How Can An Upper Respiratory Infection Be Treated?

Hello, Escitalopram is not a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). It is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors used for the treatment of depression. Apart from antihistamines, you have to take antibiotics also for respiratory tract infection. But for you, there will be drug interactions between Escitalopram and antihistamines. Please consult your general physician for more suggestions and treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Siddartha