There are no specific antidepressants to avoid while taking Lipitor (atorvastatin), according to the sources provided. However, it is important to note that certain antidepressants may interact with Lipitor and potentially increase the risk of side effects.
One source, Drug Patent Watch [1], provides information on the patent status of Lipitor, but does not mention any specific antidepressants to avoid while taking the medication.
Another source, GoodRx [2], lists potential drug interactions for Paxlovid (ritonavir and nirmatrelvir), a medication used to treat COVID-19, but does not mention any specific antidepressants to avoid while taking Lipitor.
A third source, a study published in the Journal of the American Pharmacists Association [3], notes that certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and paroxetine, may increase the risk of muscle-related side effects when taken with statins like Lipitor. However, the study also notes that the risk of these side effects is generally low and that the benefits of taking both medications may outweigh the risks for some patients.
In conclusion, while there are no specific antidepressants to avoid while taking Lipitor, patients should talk to their healthcare provider about any potential drug interactions and risks associated with taking multiple medications at the same time.
Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR
[2] https://www.goodrx.com/paxlovid/drug-interactions
[3] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9827898/