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A member asked:

I am worried about long qt syndrome because i am taking 5 mg lexapro (escitalopram) and 40 mg of protonix. is it a safe combo?

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Safe: Very small Lexapro (escitalopram) dose. Should be fine. Feel better.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/30/2016

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