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What is the best time to take lexapro (escitalopram) as i am on remeron as well. thanks?

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Risk serotonin syndr: The chemical interaction between these 2 drugs can potentially result in what is called serotonin syndrome which can be really debilitating or cause a person to die if extreme. Check with your doctor and see if there are alternatives.

Answered 2/1/2015

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