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Expert: Nigel Simmons - 10/30/2009


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Hi,
Are there any adult ADHD medications that can be taken with 10mg. Lexapro (1X Daily) and Metoprolol Tratrate (50 mg. 1X day).  Concerta was tried, but didn't agree.
Any info you can provide would be most helpful.
Thanks!

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Amy

As all medicines to treat ADHD are stimulants, they will almost certainly interact with other drugs, particularly those which act on the brain chemistry or the heart. I would therefore not recommend use of ADHD products in a patient already taking eiscitalopram (Lexapro) or metoprolol.

My recommendation would be to seek specialist advice from a doctor experienced in the management of ADHD and who can supervise treatment options or consult with other specialists. I would not advise self-treatment.

I hope this helps.

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Nigel Simmons

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I am happy to answer general questions on medicines and hospital care. If possible, please use approved / chemical names rather than brands which are not internationally recognised. Like all health professionals I am bound by a duty of care which prevents me giving detailed information about medication or treatment of people other than the questioner. I will endeavour to help wherever possible or point towards more appropriate advice. If however your question crosses too far into patient confidentiality, I hope you will understand why I cannot answer your question. Consider.. would you want me to discuss your care with a friend or relative without your knowledge?

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Registered as a UK pharmacist in 1982 and have worked in a number of hospital and health management posts around the UK. Formerly Chief Pharmacist for a 440 bed general hospital in Cambridgeshire.
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Previously Sysop on CompuServe UK Professionals forum.

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