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Is It Dangerous To Take Cipralex With Oxycodone?

I have been prescribed Cipralex for post traumatic stress, I am however concerned that it may be dangerous to take with the oxycodone I am also taking for endometriosis. Is this a safe combo? I recently read online that the two combined can cause heart problems...should I be concerned?
Thu, 13 Feb 2020
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Hi,

Yes, it is not safe to take these two medications together. Taking oxycodone while on cipralex can increase the risk of a serious condition called the serotonin syndrome which is characterized by symptoms such as confusion, hallucinations, seizures, increased heart rate and blood pressure fever, excessive sweating, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremor, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In its severe form it may result in coma and even death. You can ask your doctor for an alternate effective but a safer analgesic medication while taking cipralex.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
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Is It Dangerous To Take Cipralex With Oxycodone?

Hi, Yes, it is not safe to take these two medications together. Taking oxycodone while on cipralex can increase the risk of a serious condition called the serotonin syndrome which is characterized by symptoms such as confusion, hallucinations, seizures, increased heart rate and blood pressure fever, excessive sweating, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremor, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In its severe form it may result in coma and even death. You can ask your doctor for an alternate effective but a safer analgesic medication while taking cipralex. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician