Can I take Tylenol at night if I am taking citalopram?

Question

Hello I take antidepressants (citalopram) 10 mg ... I would like to know if I can take as soon as tylenol night formula ... its written that it contains 500 mg of acetaminophen 30 mg of pseudoephedrine hydrochloride and 6.25 mg of doxylamine succinate ...

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Hello ma'am, thank you for your question! Ingredients like pseudoephedrine are ideally avoided as they can increase the risk of anxiety symptoms, tremors and insomnia in particular, even if it is the "nighttime formula"). Instead, I suggest Tylenol alone if you have pain, with lozenges like Halls or Fisherman's Friend for local relief of throat irritation. Nasal hygiene with saline solution such as Hydrasense or Sinus Rinse remains the best treatment for congestion, discharge and coughing. It can be done as often as needed during the day and at least 30 minutes before bedtime. I encourage you to drink plenty of fluids, cold or hot, as you prefer. I hope I have been helpful and I am available if you have any further questions! Sincerely, Tom Samaha, pharmacist