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Beginners Guide to Mixing Modafinil and Lexapro
Can You Take Modafinil & Lexapro Together?
Yes, you can, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that you should. Over time, several people have combined these drugs to improve their effectiveness: eliminate the symptoms of depression and increase cognition.
A good number of the people who took it reported having a wonderful experience, and several others have reported noticing an improvement at first, which then suddenly falls flat. If you are considering combining these drugs, it is important that you consult a doctor first before doing so. Let’s find out more about the benefits and safety of mixing these drugs.
Is This Combination Safe?
Yes and no.
Several studies have been conducted to determine the potential positive effects and safety of combining modafinil and Lexapro. One of the studies was a small, uncontrolled one that involved 20 participants (16 completed the study). It showed that the combination was well-tolerated and only resulted in minimal adverse effects, which are considered normal. None of the participants discontinued the study as a result of suffering serious adverse events [13].
However, the researchers behind the study acknowledge that the study is limited and caution should therefore be taken when combining mixing modafinil and Lexapro.
On the other hand, some people assert that combing both drugs is unsafe, and this is based on their personal experiences. One user reported noting improvement in alertness, increased motivation to work, and a swift, significant decrease in fatigue when he first mixed 200 mg of Modalert, a popular generic version of modafinil, with Lexapro. He noticed that he could process and assimilate information much faster and remember them with great ease. However, he started to notice serious side effects after a few days of use, particularly after increasing his modafinil dose[14].
This goes to show that combining the medications may be unsafe, specifically if they are misused. However, the combination may be helpful and necessary in some conditions, such as those where a patient experiences fatigue and other depressive symptoms (even after Lexapro treatment) and needs them to be alleviated, or is not responding to antidepressant therapy alone. In such situations, the combination should be recommended by and supervised by a doctor or healthcare provider or doctor. A doctor will help determine the best dosage for a reduced risk of adverse effects.
In a nutshell, mixing Lexapro and modafinil may or may not be safe, depending on factors such as the dosage administered and the health condition of the individual taking it. If combination treatment is required, it should be overseen by a doctor.
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By Dr. Shabiullah SyyedCan You Take Modafinil & Lexapro Together?
Yes, you can, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that you should. Over time, several people have combined these drugs to improve their effectiveness: eliminate the symptoms of depression and increase cognition.
A good number of the people who took it reported having a wonderful experience, and several others have reported noticing an improvement at first, which then suddenly falls flat. If you are considering combining these drugs, it is important that you consult a doctor first before doing so. Let’s find out more about the benefits and safety of mixing these drugs.
Is This Combination Safe?
Yes and no.
Several studies have been conducted to determine the potential positive effects and safety of combining modafinil and Lexapro. One of the studies was a small, uncontrolled one that involved 20 participants (16 completed the study). It showed that the combination was well-tolerated and only resulted in minimal adverse effects, which are considered normal. None of the participants discontinued the study as a result of suffering serious adverse events [13].
However, the researchers behind the study acknowledge that the study is limited and caution should therefore be taken when combining mixing modafinil and Lexapro.
On the other hand, some people assert that combing both drugs is unsafe, and this is based on their personal experiences. One user reported noting improvement in alertness, increased motivation to work, and a swift, significant decrease in fatigue when he first mixed 200 mg of Modalert, a popular generic version of modafinil, with Lexapro. He noticed that he could process and assimilate information much faster and remember them with great ease. However, he started to notice serious side effects after a few days of use, particularly after increasing his modafinil dose[14].
This goes to show that combining the medications may be unsafe, specifically if they are misused. However, the combination may be helpful and necessary in some conditions, such as those where a patient experiences fatigue and other depressive symptoms (even after Lexapro treatment) and needs them to be alleviated, or is not responding to antidepressant therapy alone. In such situations, the combination should be recommended by and supervised by a doctor or healthcare provider or doctor. A doctor will help determine the best dosage for a reduced risk of adverse effects.
In a nutshell, mixing Lexapro and modafinil may or may not be safe, depending on factors such as the dosage administered and the health condition of the individual taking it. If combination treatment is required, it should be overseen by a doctor.