Lexapro
Escitalopram tablets for depression and generalised anxiety disorder. It boosts serotonin levels in the brain, helping stabilise mood.
- Category
- Antidepressants
- Active ingredient
- Escitalopram
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 5mg · 10mg · 20mg
Lexapro is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
Supply requirements for Lexapro depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.
Lexapro details
- Alternative names
- escitalopram
- Therapeutic class
- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)
- Pharmacological class
- SSRI
- Known off-label uses
- panic disorder; social anxiety disorder
- Contraindications
- MAO inhibitor therapy; pimozide use
- Minor side effects
- nausea; somnolence; dry mouth
- Moderate side effects
- insomnia; anorexia; sexual dysfunction
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Forest Laboratories
- Onset Time
- 1–4 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- MAO Inhibitors; Aspirin; NSAIDs
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adolescents over twelve years and adults.
Serious side effects
suicidal ideation, requires immediate medical attention; serotonin syndrome, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Escitalopram tablets for depression and generalised anxiety disorder. It boosts serotonin levels in the brain, helping stabilise mood.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits synaptic serotonin reuptake, boosting neurotransmitter availability in central brain networks.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Potential neonatal withdrawal symptoms. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
What you will receive
Lexapro names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Escitalopram at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.