Drug Interactions between Aceon and Lexapro
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- Aceon (perindopril)
- Lexapro (escitalopram)
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between Aceon and Lexapro. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Aceon
A total of 397 drugs are known to interact with Aceon.
- Aceon is in the drug class Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors.
- Aceon is used to treat the following conditions:
Lexapro
A total of 685 drugs are known to interact with Lexapro.
- Lexapro is in the drug class selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
- Lexapro is used to treat the following conditions:
Drug and food interactions
perindopril food
Applies to: Aceon (perindopril)
It is recommended that if you are taking perindopril you should be advised to avoid moderately high or high potassium dietary intake. This can cause high levels of potassium in your blood. Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking perindopril, unless your doctor has told you to.
escitalopram food
Applies to: Lexapro (escitalopram)
Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of escitalopram such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with escitalopram. Do not use more than the recommended dose of escitalopram, and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
Further information
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