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I am going to try panax ginseng extract, but i am taking the antidepressant escitalopram. does it interact with ginseng?
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Stimulate & Depress: Generally stimulants such as Ginseng are contraindicated with depression. I would contact your doctor and have them advise and monitor the effect of this combination if they approve.
Answered 6/20/2018
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