A member asked:

Please describe the medication: lexapro (escitalopram)?

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Antidepressant : Generically known as escitalopram, it is an antidepressant from the class known as selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors. It is used for treating a variety of mood disorders.

Answered 7/22/2013

5.4k views

Thank

SSRI Antidepressant: Lexapro (escitalopram) is a newer ssri antidepressant approved for treatment of unipolar (as opposed to bipolar) depression and generalized anxiety. It is commonly additionally used for a variety of other anxiety conditions. Full benefit can take weeks. It is relatively less likely to result in medication interactions. All antidepressants have risk of emergent suicidal thinking in young people.

Answered 5/14/2016

5.4k views

Thank
Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Lexapro (escitalopram): Also called escitalopram, it is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, used for treatment of depression, anxiety disorders. It is the isomer of citalopram (celexa), originally introduced as a refined form of Celexa with fewer adverse effects. Daily doses range from 10 mg. To 40 mg. , average 20mg. Main side-effects involve headaches & stomach upset.

Answered 9/7/2016

3k views

Thank

Related Questions