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Does Flexeril Interact With Remeron?
Question: I saw a dr in an urgent care facility and was prescribed flexeril for a muscle strain.
I take 7.5 mgs of remeron at night to help with insomnia. I am concerned about the possibility of serotonin syndrome if I take the flexeril. Is it really safe to take these meds together?
I take 7.5 mgs of remeron at night to help with insomnia. I am concerned about the possibility of serotonin syndrome if I take the flexeril. Is it really safe to take these meds together?
Brief Answer:
should not be used together
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
No, it is not safe to use these medications together.
As you stated they both affect the level of serotonin , therefore putting you at risk of the serotonin syndrome.
An alternative would need to be used for one of these medications
Baclofen, XXXXXXX , valium are alternative muscle relaxants that do not increase serotonin levels.
It would be best to get an alternative prescription from your doctor.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
should not be used together
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
No, it is not safe to use these medications together.
As you stated they both affect the level of serotonin , therefore putting you at risk of the serotonin syndrome.
An alternative would need to be used for one of these medications
Baclofen, XXXXXXX , valium are alternative muscle relaxants that do not increase serotonin levels.
It would be best to get an alternative prescription from your doctor.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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