Generic name: escitalopram (oral route) [ es-sye-TAL-oh-pram ]
Drug class:Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 7, 2022.
Suicidal Thoughts and BehaviorsIncreased risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in pediatric and young adult patients taking antidepressants. Closely monitor all antidepressant-treated patients for clinical worsening and emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Escitalopram oxalate is not approved for use in pediatric patients less than 12 years of age .
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Lexapro
In Canada
- ACT-Escitalopram ODT
Available Dosage Forms:
- Tablet
- Solution
Therapeutic Class: Antidepressant
Pharmacologic Class: Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
Uses for ACT-Escitalopram ODT
Escitalopram is used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It is an antidepressant that belongs to a group of medicines known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). These medicines work by increasing the activity of the chemical serotonin in the brain.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using ACT-Escitalopram ODT
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of escitalopram in children 12 years of age and older with depression. Howeve..
