Escitalopram interactions

Alcohol Prevention or Management Concomitant use of Escitalopram Capsules and alcohol is not recommended. (Escitalopram label, Drug interactions)

Reserve the combination of amiodarone with other antiarrhythmic therapies that prolong the QTc to patients with life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias who are incompletely responsive to a single agent. (Amiodarone label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when coadministered with serotonergic agents (e.g., selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), triptans), but also during overdosage situations. (Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine label, Warnings and precautions)

This risk which can be fatal should be considered in patients with certain cardiovascular disorders including known QT prolongation or history torsades de pointes, those with proarrhythmic conditions, and with other drugs that prolong the QT interval. (Azithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Buprenorphine label, Drug interactions)

Serotonergic Drugs: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Buprenorphine and naloxone label, Drug interactions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

…medical attention if they ‎experience symptoms of hyperalgesia, including worsening pain, increased ‎sensitivity to pain, or new pain [see WARNINGS ; ADVERSE REACTIONS ].‎ Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that butorphanol tartrate could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Butorphanol label, Precautions)

Known hypersensitivity to tricyclic antidepressants ( 4 ) (Carbamazepine label, Contraindications)

Avoid use in patients with known prolongation, those with hypokalemia, and with other drugs that prolong the QT interval. (Ciprofloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)

With known hypersensitivity to escitalopram or citalopram or any of the inactive ingredients in Escitalopram Capsules. (Escitalopram label, Contraindications)

• Serotonergic Drugs: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Codeine label, Drug interactions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Use with Drugs that Prolong QT Interval and Antiarrhythmic Agents The use of dofetilide in conjunction with other drugs that prolong the QT interval has not been studied and is not recommended. (Dofetilide label, Warnings)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

…(12.3) ] • Concomitant use of drugs or herbal products that prolong the QT interval and might increase the risk of torsade de pointes, such as phenothiazine antipsychotics, tricyclic antidepressants, certain oral macrolide antibiotics, and Class I and III antiarrhythmics • Liver or lung toxicity related to the previous use of amiodarone • QTc interval >500 ms or… (Dronedarone label, Contraindications)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Anticoagulants, Antiplatelets, Thrombolytics, and Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)/Serotonin Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs): Avoid concomitant use due to increased risk of bleeding. (Edoxaban label, Drug interactions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

• Serotonin Syndrome : Potentially life-threatening condition could result from concomitant serotonergic drug administration. (Fentanyl label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Coadministration of other drugs known to prolong the QT interval and which are metabolized via the enzyme CYP3A4 such as erythromycin, pimozide, and quinidine are contraindicated in patients receiving fluconazole. (Fluconazole label, Contraindications)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Avoid co-administration of CONTEPO with drugs known to prolong the QT interval. (Fosfomycin label, Drug interactions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that hydrocodone bitartrate and acetaminophen tablets could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Hydrocodone and acetaminophen label, Precautions)

• Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Hydromorphone label, Drug interactions)

Therefore, PLAQUENIL is not recommended in patients taking other drugs that have the potential to prolong the QT interval. (Hydroxychloroquine label, Warnings and precautions)

Avoid the use of FANAPT in combination with any other drugs that prolong the QT interval [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . (Iloperidone label, Drug interactions)

Escitalopram Capsules are contraindicated in patients: Taking, or within 14 days of stopping, MAOIs, including linezolid or intravenous methylene blue, because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ), Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Escitalopram label, Contraindications)

Bradycardia may increase the risk of QT prolongation which may lead to severe ventricular arrhythmias, including torsade de pointes, especially in patients with risk factors such as use of QTc prolonging drugs [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . (Ivabradine label, Warnings and precautions)

Avoid use in patients with known prolongation, those with hypokalemia, and with other drugs that prolong the QT interval ( 5.11 , 8.5 ) (Levofloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that opioids could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Levorphanol label, Precautions)

Escitalopram Capsules are contraindicated in patients: Taking, or within 14 days of stopping, MAOIs, including linezolid or intravenous methylene blue, because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ), Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Escitalopram label, Contraindications)

• Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with serotonergic agents (e.g., SSRIs, SNRIs, triptans), but also during overdosage situations. (Lisdexamfetamine label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

LOREEV XR should not be used in such patients without adequate antidepressant therapy. (Lorazepam label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome : Potentially life-threatening condition could result from concomitant serotonergic drug administration. (Methadone label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

• Serotonergic Drugs: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Morphine label, Drug interactions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Oliceridine label, Drug interactions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonergic Drug s: Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Oxycodone label, Drug interactions)

Serotonergic Drugs : Concomitant use may result in serotonin syndrome. (Oxymorphone label, Drug interactions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome Inform patients that opioids could cause a rare but potentially life-threatening condition resulting from concomitant administration of serotonergic drugs. (Pentazocine and naloxone label, Precautions)

Escitalopram Capsules are contraindicated in patients: Taking, or within 14 days of stopping, MAOIs, including linezolid or intravenous methylene blue, because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ), Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Escitalopram label, Contraindications)

Drugs that Prolong the QT Interval : Avoid concomitant use. (Phenobarbital label, Drug interactions)

The use of WAKIX should be avoided in patients with known QT prolongation or in combination with other drugs known to prolong the QT interval [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )]. (Pitolisant label, Warnings and precautions)

…prolong, or intensify the sedative action of other central-nervous-system depressants, such as alcohol, sedatives/hypnotics (including barbiturates), narcotics, narcotic analgesics, general anesthetics, tricyclic antidepressants, and tranquilizers; therefore, such agents should be avoided or administered in reduced dosage to patients receiving promethazine HCl. (Promethazine label, Drug interactions)

• Avoid use with other antiarrhythmic agents or drugs that prolong the QT interval. (Propafenone label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Escitalopram Capsules are contraindicated in patients: Taking, or within 14 days of stopping, MAOIs, including linezolid or intravenous methylene blue, because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ), Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Escitalopram label, Contraindications)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Escitalopram Capsules are contraindicated in patients: Taking, or within 14 days of stopping, MAOIs, including linezolid or intravenous methylene blue, because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ), Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Escitalopram label, Contraindications)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Combining St. John's wort with antidepressants and other serotonergic drugs increases the risk of serotonin syndrome. (NCCIH, St. John's Wort)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Certain conditions may increase the risk for torsade de pointes or sudden death such as (1) bradycardia; (2) hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia; (3) concomitant use of other drugs that prolong the QTc interval; and (4) presence of congenital prolongation of the QT interval [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 ), Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ]. (Tetrabenazine label, Drug interactions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Escitalopram Capsules are contraindicated in patients: Taking, or within 14 days of stopping, MAOIs, including linezolid or intravenous methylene blue, because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.6 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ), Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Escitalopram label, Contraindications)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

…drugs, ziprasidone is contraindicated: • in patients with a known history of QT prolongation (including congenital long QT syndrome) • in patients with recent acute myocardial infarction • in patients with uncompensated heart failure Pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic studies between ziprasidone and other drugs that prolong the QT interval have not been performed. (Ziprasidone label, Contraindications)

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants: Use with extreme caution. (Albuterol label, Drug interactions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

The risk is increased with concomitant use of other serotonergic drugs (including triptans, tricyclic antidepressants, fentanyl, meperidine, methadone, lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, amphetamines, and St. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Caution is advised in patients taking tricyclic antidepressants which can affect the metabolism and uptake of circulating amines. (Brimonidine label, Drug interactions)

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants: Use with extreme caution. (Budesonide and formoterol label, Drug interactions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

…hydrochloride extended-release tablets (XL), concurrent administration of bupropion hydrochloride extended-release tablets (XL) and agents that lower the seizure threshold (e.g., other bupropion products, antipsychotics, antidepressants, theophylline, or systemic corticosteroids) should be undertaken only with extreme caution [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] . (Bupropion label, Drug interactions)

The risk is increased with concomitant use of other serotonergic drugs (including triptans, tricyclic antidepressants, fentanyl, meperidine, methadone, lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, amphetamines, and St. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Since the sedative effects of carisoprodol and other CNS depressants (e.g., alcohol, benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants) may be additive, appropriate caution should be exercised with patients who take more than one of these CNS depressants simultaneously. (Carisoprodol label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

…apparently through an effect on certain microsomal enzyme systems, has been reported to reduce the hepatic metabolism of warfarin-type anticoagulants, phenytoin, propranolol, nifedipine, chlordiazepoxide, diazepam, certain tricyclic antidepressants, lidocaine, theophylline, and metronidazole, thereby delaying elimination and increasing blood levels of these drugs. (Cimetidine label, Drug interactions)

…Interactions The CNS-depressant action of the benzodiazepine class of drugs may be potentiated by alcohol, narcotics, barbiturates, nonbarbiturate hypnotics, antianxiety agents, the phenothiazines, thioxanthene and butyrophenone classes of antipsychotic agents, monoamine oxidase inhibitors and the tricyclic antidepressants, and by other anticonvulsant drugs. (Clonazepam label, Drug interactions)

Tricyclic antidepressants Clinical Implication Concomitant use of tricyclic antidepressants with clonidine can increase blood pressure and may counteract the hypotensive effects of clonidine. (Clonidine label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

CYP2D6 and CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant treatment with CLOZARIL and CYP2D6 or CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., cimetidine, escitalopram, erythromycin, paroxetine, bupropion, fluoxetine, quinidine, duloxetine, terbinafine, or sertraline) can increase clozapine levels and lead to adverse reactions [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . (Clozapine label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression, which can cause daytime impairment. (Daridorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

Caution should be taken when darifenacin extended-release tablets is used concomitantly with medications that are predominantly metabolized by CYP2D6 and which have a narrow therapeutic window, such as flecainide, thioridazine and tricyclic antidepressants ( 7.2 ) (Darifenacin label, Drug interactions)

…that may Increase Risk of Hyponatremia Concomitant administration of DESMODA with other drugs that may increase the risk of water intoxication with hyponatremia, (e.g., tricyclic antidepressants, selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors, chlorpromazine, opiate analgesics, thiazide diuretics, NSAIDs, lamotrigine, sulfonylureas, particularly chlorpropamide, oxybutynin… (Desmopressin label, Drug interactions)

The risk is increased with concomitant use of other serotonergic drugs (including triptans, tricyclic antidepressants, fentanyl, meperidine, methadone, lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, amphetamines, and St. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

…be given to the pharmacology of the agents employed particularly with compounds that may potentiate or be potentiated by the action of Valium, such as phenothiazines, antipsychotics, anxiolytics/sedatives, hypnotics, anticonvulsants, narcotic analgesics, anesthetics, sedative antihistamines, narcotics, barbiturates, MAO inhibitors and other antidepressants. (Diazepam label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

…drugs including dicyclomine hydrochloride: amantadine, antiarrhythmic agents of Class I (e.g., quinidine), antihistamines, antipsychotic agents (e.g., phenothiazines), benzodiazepines, MAO inhibitors, narcotic analgesics (e.g., meperidine), nitrates and nitrites, sympathomimetic agents, tricyclic antidepressants, and other drugs having anticholinergic activity. (Dicyclomine label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

CYP2D6 Inhibitors Potentiated systemic beta-blockade (e.g., decreased heart rate, depression) has been reported during combined treatment with CYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., quinidine, SSRIs) and timolol. (Dorzolamide and timolol label, Drug interactions)

Concomitant use of other drugs that cause dizziness, confusion, sedation, or somnolence such as CNS depressants may increase this effect (e.g., barbiturates, benzodiazepines, lithium, opioids, buspirone, scopolamine, antihistamines, tricyclic antidepressants, other anticholinergic agents, and muscle relaxants). (Dronabinol label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

• Drugs that potentiate the effects of epinephrine include sympathomimetics, beta blockers, tricyclic antidepressants, MAO inhibitors, COMT inhibitors, clonidine, doxapram, oxytocin, levothyroxine sodium, and certain antihistamines. (Epinephrine label, Drug interactions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use. (Eszopiclone label, Warnings and precautions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants: Use with extreme caution. (Fluticasone and salmeterol label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

• MAO inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants and drugs that prolong QTc interval may potentiate effect on the cardiovascular system. (Formoterol label, Drug interactions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Other Anticholinergic Drugs There is potential for an additive interaction between glycopyrrolate and concomitantly used anticholinergic drugs (e.g., tricyclic antidepressants, anti-epileptics, class I antiarrhythmics, anti­-spasmodics, amantadine) resulting in increased anticholinergic adverse reactions. (Glycopyrrolate label, Drug interactions)

Concomitant use of HALDOL DECANOATE with other products that prolong the QTc interval may result in a greater increase in the QTc interval, and adverse reactions associated with QTc interval prolongation, including torsade de pointes, other serious arrythmias, and sudden death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. (Haloperidol label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

SSRIs, Tricyclics and Related Antidepressants Venlafaxine Monitor for adverse reactions. (Itraconazole label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression, which can cause daytime impairment. (Lemborexant label, Warnings and precautions)

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOs) or tricyclic antidepressants : May potentiate effect of albuterol on the cardiovascular system. (Levalbuterol label, Drug interactions)

Antidepressant Therapy Concurrent use of tricyclic (e.g., amitriptyline) or tetracyclic (e.g., maprotiline) antidepressants and levothyroxine may increase the therapeutic and toxic effects of both drugs, possibly due to increased receptor sensitivity to catecholamines. (Levothyroxine label, Drug interactions)

Clinically Significant Drug Interactions The administration of local anesthetic solutions containing epinephrine or norepinephrine to patients receiving monoamine oxidase inhibitors or tricyclic antidepressants may produce severe, prolonged hypertension. (Lidocaine label, Drug interactions)

Antidepressant Therapy Concurrent use of tricyclic (e.g., amitriptyline) or tetracyclic (e.g., maprotiline) antidepressants and liothyronine sodium may increase the therapeutic and toxic effects of both drugs, possibly due to increased receptor sensitivity to catecholamines. (Liothyronine label, Drug interactions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Risk of QT Prolongation : Lofexidine tablets prolong the QT interval. (Lofexidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Monitor all antidepressant-treated patients, especially during the initial few months of anti-depressant drug therapy, and at times of dosage changes. (Lumateperone label, Warnings and precautions)

Activation of Mania/Hypomania Antidepressant treatment can increase the risk of developing a manic or hypomanic episode, particularly in patients with bipolar disorder. (Lurasidone label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

The risk is increased with concomitant use of other serotonergic drugs (including triptans, tricyclic antidepressants, fentanyl, meperidine, methadone, lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, amphetamines, and St. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Drugs that Prolong the QT Interval QT prolongation has been reported, particularly when metronidazole was administered with drugs with the potential for prolonging the QT interval. (Metronidazole label, Drug interactions)

The risk is increased with concomitant use of other serotonergic drugs (including triptans, tricyclic antidepressants, fentanyl, meperidine, methadone, lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, amphetamines, and St. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Pharmacokinetic studies between moxifloxacin and other drugs that prolong the QT interval such as cisapride, erythromycin, antipsychotics, and tricyclic antidepressants have not been performed. (Moxifloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Serotonergic Drugs The concomitant use of opioids with other drugs that affect the serotonergic neurotransmitter system, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), triptans, 5-HT3 receptor antagonists, drugs that effect the serotonin neurotransmitter system… (Nalbuphine label, Drug interactions)

Drugs Metabolized by CYP2D6: Bupropion inhibits CYP2D6 and can increase concentrations of antidepressants, (e.g., selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and many tricyclics), antipsychotics (e.g., haloperidol, risperidone and thioridazine), beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol) and Type 1C antiarrhythmics (e.g., propafenone and flecainide). (Naltrexone and bupropion label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Antidepressants bupropion ↓ bupropion and active metabolite hydroxy-bupropion Monitor for an adequate clinical response to bupropion. trazodone ↑ trazodone Adverse reactions of nausea, dizziness, hypotension, and syncope have been observed following co-administration of trazodone and ritonavir. (Nirmatrelvir and ritonavir label, Drug interactions)

…combination with other drugs that are known to prolong QTc including Class 1A (e.g., quinidine, procainamide) or Class III (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmic medications, antipsychotic medications (e.g., chlorpromazine, thioridazine), antibiotics (e.g., gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin), or any other class of medications known to prolong the QTc interval. (Paliperidone label, Warnings and precautions)

The risk is increased with concomitant use of other serotonergic drugs (including triptans, tricyclic antidepressants, fentanyl, meperidine, methadone, lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, amphetamines, and St. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

The risk is increased with concomitant use of other serotonergic drugs (including triptans, tricyclic antidepressants, fentanyl, meperidine, methadone, lithium, tramadol, tryptophan, buspirone, amphetamines, and St. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Agonistic Effects (increase in BIORPHEN blood pressure effect) can occur with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI), oxytocin and oxytocic drugs, tricyclic antidepressants, angiotensin and aldosterone, atropine, steroids, norepinephrine transporter inhibitors, ergot alkaloids. (Phenylephrine label, Drug interactions)

…Ethosuximide, felbamate, oxcarbazepine, methsuximide, topiramate Azoles Fluconazole, ketoconazole, itraconazole, miconazole, voriconazole Antineoplastic agents Capecitabine, fluorouracil Antidepressants Fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, sertraline Gastric acid reducing agents H 2 antagonists (cimetidine), omeprazole Sulfonamides Sulfamethizole, sulfaphenazole, sulfadiazine,… (Phenytoin label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

It is generally believed (though not established in controlled trials) that treating such an episode with an antidepressant alone may increase the likelihood of precipitation of a mixed/manic episode in patients at risk for bipolar disorder. (Quetiapine label, Warnings and precautions)

Drugs transported by P-gp (e.g., digoxin), or drugs metabolized by CYP2D6 (e.g., tricyclic antidepressants) may need reduced doses when used with ASPRUZYO Sprinkle. (Ranolazine label, Drug interactions)

…5-HT3 Receptor Antagonists Ondansetron Decrease exposure Statins Metabolized by CYP3A4 Simvastatin Decrease exposure Thiazolidinediones Rosiglitazone Decrease AUC by 66% Tricyclic Antidepressants Nortriptyline A tuberculosis treatment regimen including rifampin (600 mg/day), isoniazid (300 mg/day), pyrazinamide (500 mg 3× per day), and pyridoxine (25 mg) was… (Rifampin label, Drug interactions)

Antidepressants: nefazodone, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs): e.g. fluoxetine, paroxetine, tricyclics: e.g. amitriptyline, nortriptyline ↑ antidepressants A dose decrease may be needed for these drugs when co-administered with ritonavir. (Ritonavir label, Drug interactions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants: Use with extreme caution. (Salmeterol label, Drug interactions)

Concomitant use of other drugs that cause central nervous system (CNS) adverse reactions (e.g., alcohol, sedatives, hypnotics, opiates, and anxiolytics) or have anticholinergic properties (e.g., other belladonna alkaloids, sedating antihistamines, meclizine, tricyclic antidepressants, and muscle relaxants) may increase this effect [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] . (Scopolamine label, Warnings and precautions)

The concurrent use of Xyrem with other CNS depressants, including but not limited to opioid analgesics, benzodiazepines, sedating antidepressants or antipsychotics, sedating anti-epileptic drugs, general anesthetics, muscle relaxants, and/or illicit CNS depressants, may increase the risk of respiratory depression, hypotension, profound sedation, syncope, and… (Sodium oxybate label, Warnings and precautions)

Additive to other QT-prolonging drugs ( 7.1 , 7.2 ) (Sotalol label, Drug interactions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

The efficacy of tricyclic antidepressants can decrease when coadministered with sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. (Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim label, Drug interactions)

Co-administration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Suvorexant label, Warnings and precautions)

The benzodiazepines, including temazepam, produce additive CNS-depressant effects when co-administered with other CNS depressants such as alcohol, barbiturates, antipsychotics, sedative/hypnotics, anxiolytics, antidepressants, narcotic analgesics, sedative antihistamines, anticonvulsants, and anesthetics. (Temazepam label, Drug interactions)

Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors and Tricyclic Antidepressants Terbutaline sulfate should be administered with extreme caution to patients being treated with monoamine oxidase inhibitors or tricyclic antidepressants, or within 2 weeks of discontinuation of such agents, since the action of terbutaline sulfate on the vascular system may be potentiated. (Terbutaline label, Precautions)

Increased Risk of Bleeding: Concomitant use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, other antiplatelet drugs, warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase risk ( 5.7 , 7) (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

The CNS depressant effects of Zanaflex with alcohol and other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants) may be additive [see Drug Interactions ( 7.4 )] . (Tizanidine label, Warnings and precautions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants: Use with extreme caution. (Umeclidinium and vilanterol label, Drug interactions)

Also, patients taking diuretics or who are otherwise volume depleted may be at greater risk. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

For patients taking warfarin, carefully monitor the international normalized ratio [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] . (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Coadministration with other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol) increases the risk of CNS depression. (Zaleplon label, Warnings)

Additive effects occur with concomitant use of other CNS depressants (e.g., benzodiazepines, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol), including daytime use [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . (Zolpidem label, Warnings and precautions)

Paralytic ileus, hyperthermia and heat stroke, all of which have sometimes been fatal, have occurred in patients taking anticholinergic-type antiparkinsonism drugs, including benztropine mesylate, in combination with phenothiazines and/or tricyclic antidepressants. (Benztropine label, Warnings)

However, there is substantial evidence from placebo-controlled maintenance studies in adults with MDD that antidepressants delay the recurrence of depression. (Brexpiprazole label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

…placebo-controlled trials of adult patients with major depressive disorder, the proportion of patients with shifts in fasting glucose from normal (<100 mg/dL) to high (≥126 mg/dL) was greatest in the VRAYLAR 3 mg per day + antidepressant therapy arm (3.2%) compared with those taking VRAYLAR 1.5 mg per day + antidepressant therapy (2%) or those placebo-treated (1.3%). (Cariprazine label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Mechanism and Clinical Effect(s) Concomitant use of Escitalopram Capsules and other serotonergic drugs (including other SSRIs, SNRIs, triptans, tricyclic antidepressants, opioids, lithium, buspirone, amphetamines, tryptophan, and St. (Escitalopram label, Drug interactions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

…quinidine, procainamide) or Class III (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmics, certain antipsychotics (e.g., ziprasidone, iloperidone, clozapine, quetiapine, chlorpromazine), certain antidepressants (e.g., citalopram, fluoxetine), certain antibiotics (e.g., azithromycin, erythromycin, clarithromycin, gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin); and others (e.g., pentamidine, methadone,… (Hydroxyzine label, Precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

These include itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole, the macrolide antibiotics erythromycin and clarithromycin, the ketolide antibiotic telithromycin, HIV protease inhibitors, boceprevir, telaprevir, the antidepressant nefazodone, or cobicistat-containing products. (Lovastatin label, Warnings)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Mechanism and Clinical Effect(s) Concomitant use of Escitalopram Capsules and other serotonergic drugs (including other SSRIs, SNRIs, triptans, tricyclic antidepressants, opioids, lithium, buspirone, amphetamines, tryptophan, and St. (Escitalopram label, Drug interactions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Antidepressants: The hypotensive effect of MAO inhibitors or tricyclic antidepressants may be exacerbated when administered with beta-blockers. (Propranolol label, Drug interactions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Drugs predominantly metabolized by the CYP450 2D6 isozyme include the following drug classes: tricyclic antidepressants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, beta-blockers, antiarrhythmics class 1C (e.g., flecainide and propafenone) and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Type B. (Terbinafine label, Drug interactions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants possessing significant anticholinergic activity may intensify the anticholinergic effects of antidyskinetic agents because of the secondary anticholinergic activities of these medications. (Trihexyphenidyl label, Drug interactions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Seizures Although anticonvulsant effects of racemic citalopram have been observed in animal studies, Escitalopram Capsules have not been systematically evaluated in patients with a seizure disorder. (Escitalopram label, Warnings and precautions)

Commonly Administered Drugs: Population analysis showed that commonly administered drugs (e.g., selegiline, amantadine, tricyclic antidepressants, benzodiazepines, ibuprofen, thiazides, antihistamines, anticholinergics) did not affect the clearance of ropinirole. (Ropinirole label, Drug interactions)