drug: escitalopram |
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| Clinical class | antidepressant |
| Action | selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor |
| Chemical class | enantiomeric bicyclic phthalane derivative |
| CSA schedule | none |
| DEA number | none |
| Routes of administration | oral |
| Associated with (substance-related)
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disorders: none |
| Availability | prescription |
Also:
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S-enantiomer of citalopram
U.S. Preparations:
- Lexapro™ (Forest
Laboratories) FDA approved for treatment of: Major Depressive Disorder 8.14.2002 (oral solution
11.27.2002)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder 12.18.2003
U.S. Prescribing information
Preparations Outside U.S.:
- Cipralex® (Lundbeck A/S)