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Is another SSRI used to treat depression, according to the Mayo Clinic.But can you drink coffee or caffeine while on Lexapro? Like many other SSRIs, it's typically fine to combine Lexapro and caffeine, as long as you stick to lower doses, Dr. Sullivan says.So while having a cup of coffee and Lexapro shouldn't be cause for concern, just remember that other sources of caffeine can contain higher doses of the stimulant. For instance, mixing Lexapro and energy drinks (rather than Lexapro and coffee) may overload you with caffeine and could lead to complications like serotonin syndrome.And even if this doesn't cause complications related to your medication, drinking too much caffeine can lead to its own side effects, per the Mayo Clinic, including:HeadacheInsomniaNervousnessIrritabilityFrequent urination or inability to control urinationFast heartbeatMuscle tremorsDoes Lexapro Give You Energy? You may notice Lexapro helps you feel more energized, not unlike the jolt you can get from caffeine. This Lexapro energy boost, however, is likely due to the medication's effects against depression — depression can cause lethargy, so you may notice improved energy levels a week or two after starting Lexapro, per the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Celexa (Citalopram) Celexa (citalopram) is another common SSRI used to treat symptoms of depression, according to the Mayo Clinic.There are no reported interactions between Celexa and caffeine, meaning you can likely safely take citalopram and caffeine together so long as you stick to appropriate doses of each.Just make sure to avoid alcoholic beverages — you can't drink on citalopram, as the combination of medication and alcohol may cause unexpected side effects, per the Mayo Clinic.Does Citalopram Give You Energy? Like Lexapro, you may notice that you have extra energy after starting Celexa. According to the NAMI, this is likely because the medication is taking effect against symptoms of depression like fatigue and lethargy. Prozac (Fluoxetine) Another common SSRI antidepressant is Prozac (fluoxetine), which is used to treat depression, OCD, eating disorders, premenstrual dysphoric disorder and panic attacks, according to the NLM.Like most other SSRIs, taking fluoxetine and caffeine together shouldn't pose any issues — if you want to enjoy a cup of coffee with Prozac, that should be fine, Dr. Sullivan says, as there isn't evidence of any significant Prozac coffee or caffeine interactions.Of course, just be sure to stick to modest doses of the stimulant if you're combining Prozac and coffee or caffeine, which will help
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