Why Can't I Take NSAIDs with Lexapro? Unpacking the Critical Drug Interaction
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Studies have shown that combining selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can increase the risk of upper gastrointestinal bleeding by as much as 10 times compared to taking SSRIs alone. This critical risk is the primary reason **why can't I take NSAIDs with Lexapro**, a common SSRI, without explicit medical supervision.