Results for tag: "Escitalopram"

Escitalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It is the S-enantiomer of the racemic drug citalopram, and is marketed under the brand names Lexapro and Cipralex. Escitalopram is generally well tolerated and has fewer side effects than other SSRIs. It is also used off-label to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder. The escitalopram market is highly competitive, with several major players offering generic and branded versions of the drug. Companies such as Mylan, Teva Pharmaceuticals, and Sun Pharmaceuticals are among the leading manufacturers of generic escitalopram. Branded versions of the drug are marketed by Forest Laboratories, Lundbeck, and H. Lundbeck A/S. Show Less Read more