ACT-Escitalopram ODT; Descriptions
Escitalopram (Lexapro) is a first-choice antidepressant for the treatment of depression and anxiety
Serotonin is a hormone that
Lexapro is the brand name for escitalopram, which is used to treat depression and anxiety
Brand name: Lexapro Drug class: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors Medically reviewed by Drugs
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These work by increasing the levels of serotonin uptake in
It is used to restore serotonergic function in the treatment of depression and anxiety
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Lexapro contains the active ingredient escitalopram
It is an antidepressant that belongs to a group of medicines known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
Escitalopram is used to treat major depressive disorder in adults and adolescents at least 12 Lexapro (escitalopram) is a brand-name prescription medication
In comparison, Lexapro can treat depression and anxiety in adults and adolescents 12 and older for depression
Brand name: Lexapro Drug class: Selective Serotonin-reuptake Inhibitors - Selective Serotonin-reuptake Inhibitors - Serotonin-reuptake Inhibitors - SSRIs VA class: CN609 Chemical name: 1-[3-(Dimethylamino)propyl]-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-1,3-dihydro-S-(+)-5-isobenzofurancarbonitrile oxalate Molecular formula: C 20 H 21 FN 2 O•C 2 H 2 O 4 CAS
This medicine is taken by mouth
Like Zoloft (sertraline), it is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that was introduced in the late 1980s
Generic escitalopram is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be
Escitalopram and other antidepressant medicines may increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some children, teenagers, or young adults within the first few months of treatment or when the dose is changed
This product is available in the following dosage forms: Used for the treatment of depression and anxiety, two popular antidepressant options include the orally administered, brand-name Wellbutrin (bupropion) and Lexapro (escitalopram)
Dosage Form(s) Available: Oral capsule; Oral solution; Oral tablet; Oral solution; Oral tablet; Brand Names: Celexa: N/A