What should you avoid during SSRI?

Some of the medications that can interact with some SSRIs include:
  • non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) – a common type of painkiller that includes ibuprofen, diclofenac or naproxen.
  • antiplatelets – a type of medication used to prevent blood clots, such as low-dose aspirin and clopidogrel.




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Avoid driving or operating machinery. Avoid caffeine, tobacco and alcohol. Drink plenty of fluids. Take your antidepressant at bedtime if your doctor approves.

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Drinking alcohol while taking antidepressants is generally not recommended because both of these substances can make you drowsy, less alert, and uncoordinated. When taken together, those effects are increased.

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You may not want to skip having a drink just because you take an antidepressant. But if you want to raise a glass once in a while, you need to do it safely. And don't stop taking your medication just so you can drink. Some doctors think it's OK to drink moderately if you take an SSRI like Lexapro.

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An interaction between grapefruit and some medications may result in adverse side effects hence why the fruit is among the food to be avoided while taking antidepressants. Due to the high levels of the medicine in your body, you may start experiencing symptoms similar to overdose side effects.

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