Escitalopram and Tramadol: Can You Take Them Together?

Here's what FDA-approved drug labeling shows.

MODERATE

Interaction Found

Taking escitalopram and tramadol together can cause serotonin syndrome, a serious condition where your body has too much serotonin. This can cause confusion, shaking, fast heartbeat, and high fever.

What to do: Tell your doctor you take both medicines. Watch for symptoms like confusion, shaking, or fever. Do not stop taking either medicine without talking to your doctor first. Your doctor may adjust your doses or switch your medications.

Source: FDA-approved drug labeling via openFDA

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

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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.