Do not take Lexapro if
- you are taking or have recently taken a type of antidepressant called a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI), such as Nardil® (phenelzine sulfate) or Parnate® (tranylcypromine sulfate)
- you are taking a type of antipsychotic medicine called Orap® (pimozide)
Also, to avoid a potentially serious or life-threatening condition, tell your healthcare provider if you are taking, or planning to take, any prescription or over-the-counter medications, including
-
diuretics
- other SSRIs, serotonin/noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), certain migraine or headache medications (triptans), or tryptophan
- Any other medication prescribed for a psychiatric condition
- NSAIDs, aspirin, warfarin, or blood thinners
Nardil is a registered trademark of Parke Davis.
Parnate is a registered
trademark of GlaxoSmithKline.
Orap is a registered trademark of Teva
Pharmaceuticals USA.