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Escitalopram

Also sold as escitalopram, Escitalopram Oxalate, Escitalopram, ESCITALOPRAM OXALATE, Lexapro

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

Serious warning: WARNING: SUICIDAL THOUGHTS AND BEHAVIORS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning . Increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in pediatric and young adult patients taking antidepressants.

What it’s used for

Escitalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) indicated for the: • treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older ( 1 ) • treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in adults ( 1 ) 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.

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

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

Common side effects

Most commonly observed adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 5% and at least twice the incidence of placebo patients) are: insomnia, ejaculation disorder (primarily ejaculatory delay), nausea, sweating increased, fatigue and somnolence, decreased libido, and anorgasmia ( 6. 1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Torrent Pharma Inc.

Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS • Concomitant use with SSRIs, SNRIs or Tryptophan is not recommended ( 7 ) • Use caution when concomitant use with drugs that affect Hemostasis (NSAIDs, Aspirin, Warfarin) ( 7 ) Table 6 presents clinically important drug interactions with escitalopram.

If pregnant or breastfeeding

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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?
  • What side effects should I watch for, and which need urgent attention?
  • Does this interact with my other medicines, supplements, or alcohol?
  • What should I do if I miss a dose or take too much?