Escitalopram Oxalate

Also sold as Escitalopram

Medicine summary · from official FDA labels · Oct 19, 2026

Serious warning: WARNING: SUICIDAL THOUGHTS AND BEHAVIORS Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in pediatric and young adult patients in short-term studies. Closely monitor all antidepressant-treated patients for clinical worsening, and for emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.

What it’s used for

Escitalopram tablets are indicated for the treatment of: major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older. generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in adults and pediatric patients 7 years of age and older.

How to take it

Indication and Population Recommended Dosage MDD in Adults ( 2. 1 ) Initial: 10 mg once daily Recommended: 10 mg once daily Maximum: 20 mg once daily MDD in Pediatric Patients 12 years and older ( 2.

Important warnings

Serotonin Syndrome: Increased risk when co-administered with other serotonergic agents but also when taken alone. If it occurs, discontinue escitalopram oxalate and serotonergic agents and initiate supportive treatment ( 4 , 5.

Common side effects

The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Suicidal thoughts and behaviors in adolescents and young adults [see Warnings and Precautions (5. 1) ] Serotonin syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.

Interactions

Table 6 presents clinically important drug interactions with escitalopram oxalate.

If pregnant or breastfeeding

Forms & strengths

15 MG Oral Capsule · 10 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG Oral Tablet · 20 MG Oral Tablet · 1 MG/ML Oral Solution

Questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist

Is this the right medicine for my condition, and how long should I take it?
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