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Posted by NickCave on March 14, 2010, at 15:40:52
I am currently on lexapro and my gp wants to add lipitor because of high cholesterol levels. Is anyone taking both? Are there interactions between the two? thanks.
Posted by ed_uk2010 on March 14, 2010, at 17:18:56
In reply to Lexapro + Lipitor interactions, posted by NickCave on March 14, 2010, at 15:40:52
I am not aware of any interaction between Lipitor and Lexapro. SSRIs are frequently combined with Lipitor.
In rare cases, statins such as Lipitor have been associated with the development of sleep disturbances, memory loss, sexual dysfunction and depression. Just something to be aware of.
Posted by Phillipa on March 14, 2010, at 19:36:00
In reply to Re: Lexapro + Lipitor interactions, posted by ed_uk2010 on March 14, 2010, at 17:18:56
Ed sure hope an old poster reads your response. Love Phillipa
Posted by NickCave on March 14, 2010, at 23:41:46
In reply to Re: Lexapro + Lipitor interactions, posted by ed_uk2010 on March 14, 2010, at 17:18:56
> I am not aware of any interaction between Lipitor and Lexapro. SSRIs are frequently combined with Lipitor.
>
> In rare cases, statins such as Lipitor have been associated with the development of sleep disturbances, memory loss, sexual dysfunction and depression. Just something to be aware of.
Thanks for the info! I hope others who are on this combo will chime in...
Posted by Glydin 2010 on March 15, 2010, at 17:16:39
In reply to Re: Lexapro + Lipitor interactions, posted by NickCave on March 14, 2010, at 23:41:46
I take Lex, a statin and an ACE inhibitor and have had no problems....
What was the question again? (kidding, kidding....)
Posted by NickCave on March 15, 2010, at 20:24:52
In reply to Re: Lexapro + Lipitor interactions » NickCave, posted by Glydin 2010 on March 15, 2010, at 17:16:39
> I take Lex, a statin and an ACE inhibitor and have had no problems....
>
> What was the question again? (kidding, kidding....)
Thanks for the reply - I'm always nervous about adding new meds to the mix.
Posted by gman22 on March 15, 2010, at 21:38:29
In reply to Re: Lexapro + Lipitor interactions, posted by NickCave on March 15, 2010, at 20:24:52
Is that the real Nick Cave?
Posted by Glydin 2010 on March 16, 2010, at 6:34:25
In reply to Re: Lexapro + Lipitor interactions, posted by NickCave on March 15, 2010, at 20:24:52
> > I take Lex, a statin and an ACE inhibitor and have had no problems....
> >
> > What was the question again? (kidding, kidding....)
>
>
> Thanks for the reply - I'm always nervous about adding new meds to the mix.~~~ You're Welcome. I understand the nervousness. Under the FWIW and if it matters filing: I put 2-3 hours between the ingestions. Cardios are usually late afternoon and Lex at night. I've been on this trio for quite some time. The cardiovas meds were add ins and seriously, I have not noticed any problems.
Good Luck
Posted by Glydin 2010 on March 16, 2010, at 9:23:55
In reply to Re: Lexapro + Lipitor interactions » NickCave, posted by Glydin 2010 on March 16, 2010, at 6:34:25
Oh, and thank you for an opportunity to share. I don't get that chance or inclination here very often....... (Smile)
Posted by Glydin 2010 on March 16, 2010, at 9:28:08
In reply to Re: Lexapro + Lipitor interactions » Glydin 2010, posted by Glydin 2010 on March 16, 2010, at 9:23:55
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