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Escitalopram 10mg
For depression and anxiety
MRP data last verified: August 2026. Source: NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam, reproduced under the NPPA copyright policy.
Private-brand substitutes: kam se zyada
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About Escitalopram
This information is from US FDA labels, for reference only. Always follow your doctor's advice.
Common side effects
- associated with discontinuation was insomnia (1% escitalopram
- 0% placebo)
Safety advice
- May affect the liver. Tell your doctor if you have liver problems.
- May affect the kidneys. Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems.
- May cause drowsiness. Be careful driving or operating machines.
Uses
- scitalopram is indicated for the treatment of: major depressive disorder () in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older.
- generalized anxiety disorder () in adults.
- Additional pediatric use information is approved for AbbVie Inc.’s Lexapro (escitalopram) tablets and (escitalopram) oral solution.
- However, due to AbbVie Inc.’s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that information.
- Escitalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor () indicated for the: treatment of major depressive disorder () in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older ( 1 ) treatment of generalized anxiety disorder () in adults ( 1 )
How to take
- ndication and Population Recommended Dosage in Adults ( 2.1 ) Initial: 10 mg once daily Recommended: 10 mg once daily Maximum: 20 mg once daily in Pediatric Patients 12 years and older ( 2.1 ) Initial: 10 mg once daily Recommended: 10 mg once daily Maximum: 20 mg once daily in Adults ( 2.2 ) Initial: 10 mg once daily Recommended: 10 mg once daily Maximum: 20 mg once daily No additional benefits were seen at 20 mg once daily ( 2.1 ) Administer once daily, morning or evening, with or without food ( 2.3 ) Elderly patients: recommended dosage is 10 mg once daily ( 2.4 ) Hepatic impairment: recommended dosage is 10 mg once daily ( 2.4 , 8.6 ) When discontinuing escitalopram, reduce dose gradually whenever possible ( 2.5 ) 2.1 Major Depressive Disorder Adults The recommended dosage of escitalopram in adults is 10 mg once daily.
- A fixed-dose trial of escitalopram demonstrated the effectiveness of both 10 mg and 20 mg of escitalopram, but failed to demonstrate a greater benefit of 20 mg over 10 mg [ see Clinical Studies (14.1) ].
- Depending on clinical response and tolerability, dosage may be increased to the maximum recommended dosage of 20 mg once daily at an interval of no less than 1 week.
- Pediatric Patients 12 years of age and older The recommended dosage of escitalopram in pediatric patients 12 years of age and older is 10 mg once daily.
- Depending on clinical response and tolerability, dosage may be increased to the maximum recommended dosage of 20 mg once daily at an interval of no less than 3 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions about Escitalopram 10mg
What is the price of Escitalopram 10mg in India?
The price of Escitalopram 10mg in India depends on the manufacturer and channel. Official Government Jan Aushadhi generic rates start at ₹0.94 per unit.Private commercial brands vary from low-cost options to higher-priced branded formulations.
Is a Government Jan Aushadhi generic available for Escitalopram 10mg?
Escitalopram 10mg is listed under PMBI Jan Aushadhi (PMBI Code 321) at ₹9.38 per pack.
How to find lower-cost substitutes for Escitalopram 10mg?
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