Drug interactions
Citalopram + Empagliflozin-metformin
Severity: Minor
Citalopram and Empagliflozin-metformin: minor interaction.
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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.
Summary
SSRIs such as citalopram may alter glucose control, occasionally lowering glucose and enhancing the effect of antidiabetic drugs. The effect is variable and usually small.
What this interaction means in plain words
Citalopram and Empagliflozin-metformin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Citalopram belongs to Central Nervous System; Empagliflozin-metformin belongs to Endocrine.
Why it happens
The mechanism is not well established; SSRIs may modify insulin sensitivity and glucose regulation.
What to do
Be aware when starting or stopping citalopram and check glucose if symptoms of hypoglycemia occur.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Other interactions of Empagliflozin-metformin
Other interactions of Citalopram
- Cisapride + Citalopram Contraindicated
- Citalopram + Dronedarone Contraindicated
- Citalopram + Escitalopram Contraindicated
- Citalopram + Isocarboxazid Contraindicated
- Citalopram + Methylene blue Contraindicated
- Citalopram + Phenelzine Contraindicated
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Citalopram with Empagliflozin-metformin?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Citalopram and Empagliflozin-metformin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. SSRIs such as citalopram may alter glucose control, occasionally lowering glucose and enhancing the effect of antidiabetic drugs. The effect is variable and usually small.
How serious is the interaction between Citalopram and Empagliflozin-metformin?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Be aware when starting or stopping citalopram and check glucose if symptoms of hypoglycemia occur.
What other medicines interact with Empagliflozin-metformin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Empagliflozin-metformin with, for example, Contrast media, Diatrizoate meglumine / diatrizoate, Diatrizoate. The full list is on the Empagliflozin-metformin page.
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