Question 1

can i take dayquil with lexapro (escitalopram) which i take daily?

Accepted Answer

Dayquil/Lexapro: Besides some stomach upset/headaches, combination is safe, as long as prescribed & monitore by physician.

Question 2

i am on 5mg of lexapro (escitalopram) and have a cold. is it safe to take nyquil/dayquil? i read online that there was a contraindication with dextromethorphan.

Accepted Answer

Avoid Nyquil/Dayquil: May risk interaction. Choose a cold product containing chlorpheniramine (antihistamine) and phenylephrine (decongestant). Drink fluids, inhale steam, blow nose carefully and frequently, use saline nasal spray, stay warm and rested, gargle with warm salt water, drink hot liquids (tea and honey very good), take steamy shower, prop head with extra pillow for sleep. Brst regards for relief.

Question 3

is dayquil addictive?

Accepted Answer

Not physically: Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant in dayquil that can affect seratonin and nmda receptors. According to the world health organization, dextromethorphan can be psychologically addictive, but is not physically addictive. Given the medications you are on, there is likely an interaction that should be discussed with your treating physician.

Question 4

can dayquil cause gastritis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: 5% of dayquil users have been found to report gastritis/stomach inflammation as a side effect or adverse reaction

Question 5

is it safe to drive on dayquil?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Dayquil does not cause drowsiness - so it is ok to drive.

Question 6

can a drug test detect dayquil?

Accepted Answer

No basis for concern: Nothing in dayquil would be part of a standard urine drug screen.  There is also nothing in dayquil that is of concern if it were detected. Decongestant phenylephrine has replaced pseudoephedrine, which was sometimes abused or used to make other abusable drugs. Nothing in dayquil to worry about now.

Question 7

what is lexapro (escitalopram) for?

Accepted Answer

Lexapro (escitalopram): Is used for the  treatment of depression, generalized anxiety disorder, ptsd, phobias, agoraphobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorder not otherwise specified, etc.

Question 8

lexapro (escitalopram) with script?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Lexapro (escitalopram) requires a prescription.

Question 9

will lexapro (escitalopram) help me?

Accepted Answer

Quite possibly.: Lexapro (escitalopram) is helpful for many conditions, including anxiety and depression.

Question 10

can i take pamprin and dayquil together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Pamprin is naproxen,  an anti-inflammatory med for pain, better to be taken with food. Dayquill is used for decongestant, some have mucolytic or Acetaminophen in it. Pls follow instructions as directed, see your dr if symptoms don't improve in the next couple of days. Decongestants not advised to be used for long periods of time due rebound congestion.

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