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  5. Doctor, my father had an anterior gastrojejunostomy last month, and his previous meds (Cilentra 10 mg twice daily, Petril 0.5 mg) were stopped. The new doses are Ventab XL 75, Pregabid, Ativan, and Olenaz. He feels very distressed and wants Cilentra again. Is it safe to restart? Can Cilentra cause intestinal swelling or slow gastric motility?

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Doctor, my father had an anterior gastrojejunostomy last month, and his previous meds (Cilentra 10 mg twice daily, Petril 0.5 mg) were stopped. The new doses are Ventab XL 75, Pregabid, Ativan, and Olenaz. He feels very distressed and wants Cilentra again. Is it safe to restart? Can Cilentra cause intestinal swelling or slow gastric motility?

Asked by Male, 55 · 6 months ago

Y. Lakshmi Thulasi

Y. Lakshmi Thulasi

Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)

6 months ago

After surgery, you shouldn't start taking Cilentra (escitalopram) on your own. Instead, your treating physician should make this decision. For the majority of patients, it has no effect on gastric motility and typically does not result in intestinal edema. A psychiatrist should examine and safely modify his treatment because he is upset about the new medications.
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  1. Safety of Restarting Escitalopram (Cilentra) Post-Gastrojejunostomy

    • Consult the treating surgeon or gastroenterologist before restarting escitalopram due to potential effects on healing and absorption.

  2. Potential Drug Interactions and Combined Effects

    • Be aware of possible interactions with current medications: Venlafaxine, Pregabalin, Lorazepam, and Olanzapine, which may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome or sedation.

  3. Escitalopram’s Effects on Gastrointestinal Motility and Intestinal Health

    • Escitalopram can cause gastrointestinal side effects like nausea or changes in motility, but intestinal swelling is uncommon.

  4. Recommendations and Next Steps

    • Restart escitalopram under medical supervision, monitor for side effects, and consider gradual dose adjustment if prescribed.

  5. Relevant Medical Specialties and Follow-up

    • Engage psychiatry for medication management and gastroenterology for post-surgical care. Seek urgent medical attention for severe abdominal pain or allergic reactions.

Answered 6 months ago