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I currently take escitalpram 10mg and ive just taken a sleep supplement that contains 5htp which i didnt realise until asking a friend that its a dangerous combo. should i be concerned?
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In some people the combination of 5-htp & lexapro may lead to a condition called serotonin syndrome. This depends on the dose of the supplement though. To be on the safe side, consider an alternative sleep supplement without 5-htp.
Answered 11/13/2022
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