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Can I Take L Theanine With Escitalopram?
Question: Sir can I take L Theanine with Escitalopram 10mg? I am a bit worried as theanine increases serotonin
Brief Answer:
Yes if you are already on any of them
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I read your query and understand your concerns.
Although it is true that L threanine increases the level of serotonin but if added after a certain period of escitalopram use (at least two weeks) it is never a cause of concern under supervision of qualified doctor.
The biggest problem which can arise on simultaneous use is serotonin syndrome however on gradual increase of dose (supplement one with other) the problem almost never occurs.
To conclude it can be said that you can use threanine supplement with escitalopram provided you are using escitalopram for two weeks or more.
I hope this helps you.
Feel free to write back to me if you have more questions.
Thanks and regards.
Yes if you are already on any of them
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I read your query and understand your concerns.
Although it is true that L threanine increases the level of serotonin but if added after a certain period of escitalopram use (at least two weeks) it is never a cause of concern under supervision of qualified doctor.
The biggest problem which can arise on simultaneous use is serotonin syndrome however on gradual increase of dose (supplement one with other) the problem almost never occurs.
To conclude it can be said that you can use threanine supplement with escitalopram provided you are using escitalopram for two weeks or more.
I hope this helps you.
Feel free to write back to me if you have more questions.
Thanks and regards.
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