Interaction entre Citalopram et Fluvoxamine

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents, but also when taken alone.

Avoid use of Citalopram Capsules in CYP2C19 poor metabolizers, patients receiving concomitant cimetidine or another CYP2C19 inhibitor, patients with hepatic impairment, and patients who are greater than 60 years of age, because Citalopram Capsules are only available in a 30 mg dose strength and dosage adjustments are not possible [see Drug Interactions ( 7 ),…

If concomitant use of Citalopram Capsules with other serotonergic drugs is clinically warranted, inform patients of the increased risk for serotonin syndrome and monitor for symptoms.

CYP2C19 inhibitors and CYP2C19 poor metabolizers: Avoid concomitant use.

Intervention: Avoid concomitant use of Citalopram Capsules with CYP2C19 inhibitors [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )].

Anyone considering the use of Fluvoxamine Maleate Tablets or any other antidepressant in a child, adolescent, or young adult must balance this risk with the clinical need.

If concomitant use of Fluvoxamine Maleate Tablets with other serotonergic drugs is clinically warranted, patients should be made aware of a potential increased risk for serotonin syndrome, particularly during treatment initiation and dose increases.

If concomitant use of Fluvoxamine Maleate Tablets with other serotonergic drugs is clinically warranted, inform patients of the increased risk for serotonin syndrome and monitor for symptoms.

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.

Lithium: As with other serotonergic drugs, lithium may enhance the serotonergic effects of fluvoxamine and, therefore, the combination should be used with caution.