Can you take Lexapro and SAM-e together?

No interactions were found between Lexapro and SAMe. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Does SAM-e interact with antidepressants?

SAMe appears to be safe and might be effective in treating depression and osteoarthritis. However, SAMe might interact with antidepressants. Don’t use SAMe and prescription antidepressants together.

What medications should not be taken with Lexapro?

Do not use escitalopram with buspirone (Buspar®), fentanyl (Abstral®, Duragesic®), lithium (Eskalith®, Lithobid®), tryptophan, St. John’s wort, amphetamines, or some pain or migraine medicines (eg, rizatriptan, sumatriptan, tramadol, Frova®, Imitrex®, Maxalt®, Relpax®, Ultram®, Zomig®).

Can SAM-e cause serotonin syndrome?

SAMe may interact with antidepressant medications, increasing the potential for side effects including headache, irregular or accelerated heart rate, anxiety, and restlessness, as well as the potential fatal condition called Serotonin Syndrome, mentioned above.

What supplements should not be taken with antidepressants?

Supplements that contain serotonin or alter serotonin metabolism—such as 5HTP (a serotonin precursor), SAMe, or St John’s Wort can cause (the potentially life-threatening) serotonin syndrome when taken with SSRIs.

What supplements interact with Lexapro?

Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between Lexapro and Vitamins.

Does CBD interact with Lexapro?

cannabis (Schedule I substance) escitalopram Using cannabis (Schedule I substance) together with escitalopram may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating.

Does SAMe increase anxiety?

Side Effects Mild nausea is the most common side effect and can be alleviated by taking SAM-e with food. Like any other activating anti-depressant, SAM-e can worsen underlying agitation, panic, or anxiety.

Is SAMe good for anxiety?

Like any other activating anti-depressant, SAM-e can worsen underlying agitation, panic, or anxiety. Accompanying use of a mood stabilizer is essential if there is any indication of mania or bipolar disorder.

Can you take vitamin D with Lexapro?

Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between Lexapro and Vitamin D3. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Can I take magnesium with Lexapro?

Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between Lexapro and magnesium oxide. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.