About escitalopram
Escitalopram is a type of antidepressant known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).
It is often used to treat depression and sometimes for anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), or panic attacks.
Escitalopram helps many people recover from depression and has fewer side effects than older antidepressants.
Escitalopram is available with a prescription. It comes in the form of tablets and liquid drops that you put in a drink.
Key facts
Escitalopram is thought to work by increasing levels of a mood-enhancing chemical called serotonin in the brain.
It usually takes 4 to 6 weeks for escitalopram to work fully.
Common side effects include discomfort (nausea) and headaches. They are usually mild and go away after a couple of weeks.
If you and your doctor decide to stop escitalopram, your doctor will probably recommend reducing the dose gradually to help prevent withdrawal side effects.
Some people find that they cannot concentrate properly while taking escitalopram. It may be best to stop driving and cycling for the first few days of treatment until you know how this medication makes you feel.
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