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A member asked:

Is there is any lexapro (escitalopram) interaction with omeprazole (prilosec)?

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Probably not but...: Omeprazole can inhibit an enzyme in the liver that breaks down lexapro (escitalopram). Thus, levels of Lexapro (escitalopram) can theoretically increase when used in combination. I have not seen this in practice but it is described and should be monitored for, especially if you take a higher dose of lexapro (escitalopram).

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Answered 7/15/2019

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