Is it dangerous to mix antidepressants and supplements?
Experts explain the risks, what to avoid, and when to ask your doctor for help.
There can be risks when it comes to takingantidepressants and herbal supplements.
I needed to investigate.
In my personal experience, however, traditional Western medical practitioners (e.g.
psychiatrists) tend to err on the side of caution and recommend you abstain fromallsupplementation…just in case.
osteopathic doctor board-certified in family and anti-aging medicine
Curious as to how necessary this really is, I press Goldstone to name names.
Vitamin K may also decrease absorption of antidepressants.
It also comes in the form of a dietary supplement that can improve serotonin production, perMount Sinai.
The problem is,tryptophan supplements and antidepressants taken together cancause serotonin syndrome.
(Youre still fine to eat foods with tryptophan, though!)
Its not recommended to take SAMe with antidepressant medications (yet another serotonin syndrome risk).
So, best to avoid this supplement while taking antidepressants.
So its probably not worth risking any potential side effects.
But more research is needed to confirm its positive effects.
osteopathic doctor board-certified in family and anti-aging medicine
Taking antidepressants and omega-3 (or fish oil) supplements has no known adverse side effects.
Vitamin B12
Dr. Calapai says some studies have shown that B12 supplementation can safely work alongside antidepressants.
This makes taking any supplement risky, Goldstone says.
Always talk to your doctor or health care provider before taking a new supplement.
And in life-threatening situations, call 911 ASAP.
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