Drug Interactions between Lexapro and patiromer
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- Lexapro (escitalopram)
- patiromer
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between Lexapro and patiromer. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Lexapro
A total of 707 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:
patiromer
A total of 104 drugs are known to interact with patiromer.
- Patiromer is in the drug class cation exchange resins.
- Patiromer is used to treat Hyperkalemia.
Drug and food interactions
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.
patiromer food
Applies to: patiromer
Patiromer may bind to many different oral medications in the gastrointestinal tract and reduce their absorption into the blood stream. The effectiveness of some oral medications may be decreased when taken with patiromer. To minimize the possibility of interaction, it is recommended that you separate the dosing times of patiromer and any oral medication you take by at least three hours. Talk to your doctor if you are unable to do so or if you have other questions or concerns. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
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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