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What herbal supplements can be taken safely with lexapro (escitalopram)?

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Dr. Francine Yep answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

What to avoid: It's easier to say what to avoid. If you're taking lexapro, (escitalopram) you should avoid valerian, st john's wort, same, kava kava, and gotu kola. Hope this helps.

Answered 7/3/2017

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Dr. Luis Matos answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Not Saint Johns Wort: You should avoid taking st john's wort because it will interfere with antidepersants.

Answered 10/14/2018

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