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Can Decadron And Lexapro Be Taken Together?

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Posted on Fri, 4 Apr 2014
Question: Hi, I have MM, stage one, taking Velcade and 10 mg of Decadron once a week. I am also taking generic Lexapro. What are the potential side effects of Decadron and Lexapro combined. Of course the chemo drugs make me extremely fatigued. Thanks, XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Vivek Chail (1 hour later)
Brief Answer: No known drug interactions seen Detailed Answer: Hi XXXXXXX Thanks for writing in to us. I have read your query in detail. Decadron and Lexapro do not cause any serious drug interactions when taken together. No studies have shown documented serious interactions in patients taking these medications. Wishing you quick recovery. Hope your query is answered. Do write back if your have any doubts. Regards, Dr.Vivek
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Can Decadron And Lexapro Be Taken Together?

Brief Answer: No known drug interactions seen Detailed Answer: Hi XXXXXXX Thanks for writing in to us. I have read your query in detail. Decadron and Lexapro do not cause any serious drug interactions when taken together. No studies have shown documented serious interactions in patients taking these medications. Wishing you quick recovery. Hope your query is answered. Do write back if your have any doubts. Regards, Dr.Vivek