Escitalopram
Generic Name: Escitalopram
Seek Urgent Medical Attention If:
You experience severe allergic reaction symptoms (swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat causing difficulty breathing), severe rash with skin peeling, sudden intense chest pain, or symptoms of overdose. Call emergency medical services immediately.
Uses & Medical Indications
Treat depression and anxiety
MDD, GAD
Dosage & Administration Guidelines
10-20 mg daily
10-20 mg daily (>=12 yrs)
10 mg daily
20 mg/day
Caution if severe
Max 10 mg daily
Side Effects & Safety Warnings
Nausea, somnolence, sexual dysfunction
Suicidal thoughts, serotonin syndrome
MAOI use, Pimozide use
Risk of suicidality in young adults
Interactions (Drugs, Food & Alcohol)
MAOIs, Serotonergic drugs, NSAIDs
N/A
Avoid
Identified Clinical Drug Interactions for Escitalopram:
Increased susceptibility to upper gastrointestinal bleeding and mucosal ulceration.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safety
Risk in third trimester
Use caution
Patient Counseling & Practical Advice
Takes 2-4 weeks to see effect
Take as soon as remembered
Mood changes, suicidality
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Content for Escitalopram was synthesized and fact-checked against standardized regulatory monographs, official pharmacopoeias, and national health authorities:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) — National List of Essential Medicines
- World Health Organization (WHO) — Model List of Essential Medicines 23rd List
- Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) — Indian Pharmacopoeia Drug Monographs
- National Health Service (NHS) — Medicines A to Z Clinical Guidelines
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