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A member asked:

Is it safe for me to take melatonin if i take lexapro (escitalopram) to fall asleep?

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Yes: It is safe to take melatonin if you are also taking lexapro (escitalopram). If you take melatonin however take the dose about two hours before the desired sleep time. Best wishes.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 12/6/2020

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Dr. Jane Steiner answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Don't know of any problem with melatonin and lexapro (escitalopram).

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 4/2/2020

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