Interaction between SSRI's and Dexamphetamine.

[BorderCollie]

I'm currently on a prescribed dose of luvox 100mg. Is there any problems associated with taking dexamphetamine with these?

Also methamphetamine.

Does anyone have any experience with these combo's?

Woof

BC

 

[phase_dancer]

I would be hesitant to recommend taking speed with Luvox (Fluvoxamine) despite the MIMS entry not specifically listing these as contraindicated.

There are many reasons why when prescribed SSRI's or any mood stabilizing drug, that speed and other sympathomimetics should be avoided. These drugs (dex, speed etc) even if they do not directly act on serotonin receptors, do indirectly affect serotonin function and often affect the metabolic breakdown of other drugs by utilising and sometimes prioritising enzymes. Luvox has a complex metabolism as outlined in MIMS, and is stated to commonly produce;

agitation, anxiety, dizziness, insomnia, nervousness, somnolence, tremor

Many of those conditions could be exacerbated or brought on by using other stimulants

Please think carefully about this, and whether amphetamine, or related drugs could have potential to counter the beneficial effects of your medication - or worse.

 

[BorderCollie]

Thanks pd...thats all i needed to know..i'll avoid them while on luvox.

Woof

BC