Citalopram and Naproxen: Can You Take Them Together?

Here's what FDA-approved drug labeling shows.

MODERATE

Interaction Found

Taking citalopram with naproxen together can increase your risk of bleeding. Both medicines affect how your blood clots. This combination makes bleeding problems more likely than taking either drug alone.

What to do: Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking naproxen while on citalopram. Do not stop either medicine on your own. Your doctor may suggest a different pain reliever or adjust your doses to keep you safe.

Source: FDA-approved drug labeling via openFDA

About These Medications

Citalopram — View full safety profile, side effects, and all known interactions.

Naproxen — View full safety profile, side effects, and all known interactions.

Other interactions with Citalopram

SEVEREescitalopramMODERATEsertralineMODERATEmeloxicamMODERATEfluoxetineMODERATEvenlafaxineMODERATEclonazepam

Other interactions with Naproxen

SEVEREwarfarinMODERATEsertralineMODERATEpropranololMODERATEvenlafaxineMODERATElisinoprilMILDtrazodone

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SafeCheck provides drug interaction information from FDA-approved product labeling (openFDA). This is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making medication decisions.