Drug interactions
Paroxetine + Sulfasalazine
Severity: Minor
Paroxetine and Sulfasalazine: minor interaction.
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Summary
Sulfasalazine is a salicylate-containing drug that can cause GI irritation, and SSRIs impair platelet function. The combination may modestly increase bleeding risk.
What this interaction means in plain words
Paroxetine and Sulfasalazine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
SSRI-related platelet dysfunction added to GI mucosal irritation.
What to do
Monitor for GI bleeding or bruising and consider gastroprotection in high-risk patients.
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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- Paroxetine + Pimozide Contraindicated
- Paroxetine + Procarbazine Contraindicated
- Paroxetine + Selegiline Contraindicated
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Paroxetine with Sulfasalazine?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Paroxetine and Sulfasalazine have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Sulfasalazine is a salicylate-containing drug that can cause GI irritation, and SSRIs impair platelet function. The combination may modestly increase bleeding risk.
How serious is the interaction between Paroxetine and Sulfasalazine?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Monitor for GI bleeding or bruising and consider gastroprotection in high-risk patients.
What other medicines interact with Paroxetine?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Paroxetine with, for example, Isocarboxazid, Methylene blue, Phenelzine. The full list is on the Paroxetine page.
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