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are antibiotics safe to take with sertraline?
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Dr. Robert Dahmes answered
46 years experience Psychiatry
Generally ok: Most antibiotics are fine, but check with your pharmacist to make sure. Some antibiotics, such as Linezolid can interact with sertraline and cause serotonin syndrome.
Answered on Nov 28, 2017
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Generally no: On occasion, an antibiotic can worsen depression. These instances are rather rare and most have come from patients on cipro (ciprofloxacin).
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Dr. Aron Tendler answered
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No: Zoloft (sertraline) and Lamictal do not cause thrush-candidiasis. The treatment for oral candidiasis is an antifungal. Maybe you don't have candidiasi ... Read More
A 32-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Lizarraga answered
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Should be safe: This combination should be fine.
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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered
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Usually: This combination would not be uncommon with individuals who have problems with panic or anxiety.
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