Medically reviewed by Femi Aremu, PharmD Lexapro (escitalopram) is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) medication ...

Escitalopram (as oxalate) 1mg/mL; peppermint flavor; contains parabens. The mechanism of antidepressant action of escitalopram, the S-enantiomer of racemic citalopram, is presumed to be linked to ...

Lieberman, MD. If you’ve been diagnosed with major depressive disorder or a form of anxiety, your mental health provider may prescribe the medication Lexapro. Lexapro is an antidepressant that ...

Before you start taking Lexapro, tell your doctor and pharmacist about any prescription, over-the-counter, or other drugs you take. Sharing this information with them may help prevent possible ...

This medicine is only available with a doctor's prescription. Lexapro is not addictive. However, if you suddenly stop taking it, you may get side effects. Tell your doctor if you get any side ...

Escitalopram is an antidepressant of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class, prescribed for major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, or ...

Background Escitalopram is licensed for use at doses up to 20 mg but is used clinically at higher doses. There is limited published data at higher doses and none in the treatment of Major ...