Duloxetine and Escitalopram: Can You Take Them Together?

Here's what FDA-approved drug labeling shows.

MODERATE

Interaction Found

Taking duloxetine and escitalopram together can increase the amount of duloxetine in your body. This may raise your risk of bleeding, especially if you also take blood thinners, aspirin, or NSAIDs like ibuprofen.

What to do: Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking these medications together. Tell them about all other medicines you take, especially pain relievers and blood thinners. Do not stop taking your medications without talking to your doctor first.

Source: FDA-approved drug labeling via openFDA

About These Medications

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

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

Other interactions with Duloxetine

MODERATEomeprazoleMODERATEtramadolMODERATEmeloxicamMODERATEsertralineMODERATEibuprofenMODERATEfluoxetine

Other interactions with Escitalopram

MODERATElosartanMODERATEfluoxetineMODERATEvenlafaxineMODERATEoxycodoneMODERATEibuprofenMODERATEmeloxicam

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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.