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I'm on lexapro (escitalopram) and dr gave me azithromycin. . is this dangerous ?

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Lexapro (escitalopram) Azithromycin: Combination of these two medicines can trigger cardiac arrhythmia or irregular heart beats. So these needs to be monitored by your physician.

Answered 10/16/2017

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Caution: Using Lexapro (escitalopram) with Azithromycin can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm. Although this is a rare drug interaction, check first with prescribing doctor. Take care.

Answered 10/16/2017

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No.: Not dangerous. These medicines do not interact n a dangerous say.

Answered 10/20/2017

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