Escitalopram Oxalate
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depression
Treatment
20 Active Studies for Escitalopram Oxalate
Treatment for
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
What is Escitalopram Oxalate
Escitalopram
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Escitalopram is an antidepressant medication used to treat depression and anxiety. It works by increasing the amount of the chemical serotonin in the brain. It is more potent and effective than citalopram, its parent drug. Escitalopram is also known to have fewer side effects than other drugs in its class. It works faster than other antidepressants and has a higher degree of selectivity for the serotonin transporter, which may explain its superior efficacy.
Lexapro
is the brand name
Escitalopram Oxalate Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Lexapro
Escitalopram
2002
362
Effectiveness
How Escitalopram Oxalate Affects Patients
Escitalopram is a type of medicine called a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by increasing the amount of serotonin in the brain and can help treat certain mental health conditions. Though it is considered to be effective faster than other SSRIs, there is still a risk of abnormal bleeding and serotonin syndrome if taken with other medications that affect the body's ability to stop bleeding. If you need to stop taking escitalopram, make sure to do it slowly over time.
How Escitalopram Oxalate works in the body
Escitalopram works by blocking the re-uptake of serotonin in the brain. This increases the amount of serotonin available in the brain, which helps reduce symptoms of depression. It does this by binding to a special site on the serotonin transporter called the orthosteric binding site. It also binds to a secondary site called an allosteric site, making it more effective than other selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors. Long-term use of escitalopram will desensitize serotonin receptors, allowing for a longer-lasting effect. Escitalopram does not bind to many other receptors and any minor activity may lead to
When to interrupt dosage
The suggested measure of Escitalopram Oxalate is contingent upon the diagnosed condition, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Depression. The quantity of dosage is reliant upon the method of delivery as shown in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
20.0 mg, , 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 15.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Solution, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Solution - Oral, Kit, Tablet, coated - Oral
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
20.0 mg, , 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 15.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Solution, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Solution - Oral, Kit, Tablet, coated - Oral
Depression
20.0 mg, , 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 15.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Solution, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Solution - Oral, Kit, Tablet, coated - Oral
Warnings
Escitalopram Oxalate has five contraindications and should not be administered concurrently with the circumstances mentioned in the following table.
Escitalopram Oxalate Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Escitalopram may interact with Pulse Frequency
Long QT Syndrome
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Long QT Syndrome
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Escitalopram Oxalate.
Common Escitalopram Oxalate Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Aclidinium
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Escitalopram is combined with Aclidinium.
Artemether
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Escitalopram is combined with Artemether.
Azelastine
Major
Escitalopram may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Azelastine.
Cimetropium
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Escitalopram is combined with Cimetropium.
Dronedarone
Major
Escitalopram may increase the QTc-prolonging activities of Dronedarone.
Escitalopram Oxalate Toxicity & Overdose Risk
People who overdose on escitalopram may experience dizziness, seizures, extreme drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, low blood pressure, rapid heart rate, and changes to the heart rhythm. There is no known antidote for escitalopram overdose, so treatment should focus on monitoring vital signs and providing supportive care as needed. Since escitalopram is absorbed into the body's tissues, methods such as forced diuresis, dialysis, and other treatments to remove the drug from the bloodstream are unlikely to be helpful.
Escitalopram Oxalate Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Escitalopram Oxalate?
231 active clinical trials are examining the potential of Escitalopram Oxalate to provide relief from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Depression.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Depression
216 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 1, Early Phase 1
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
7 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
63 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1, Early Phase 1
Escitalopram Oxalate Reviews: What are patients saying about Escitalopram Oxalate?
5
Patient Review
9/23/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Depression
5
Patient Review
2/9/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Depression
4.3
Patient Review
8/13/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Posttraumatic Stress Syndrome
4.3
Patient Review
6/8/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Depression
4
Patient Review
4/19/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Depression
3.3
Patient Review
8/9/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Anxiousness associated with Depression
3
Patient Review
8/26/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Anxiousness associated with Depression
3
Patient Review
6/30/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Depression
2.7
Patient Review
11/13/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Depression
2.7
Patient Review
2/14/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Depression
2
Patient Review
4/23/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Posttraumatic Stress Syndrome
2
Patient Review
1/31/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Depression
1
Patient Review
6/21/2022
Escitalopram Oxalate for Depression
Patient Q&A Section about escitalopram oxalate
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is escitalopram a form of Xanax?
"While both drugs may cause some of the same side effects, they are in different drug classes. Lexapro is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), while Xanax is a benzodiazepine."
Answered by AI
Is Lexapro escitalopram oxalate?
"The drug Lexapro is available in either tablet or liquid form. The tablets come in three different strengths (5mg, 10mg, 20mg) and are round with a film coating. The 10 and 20mg tablets are also scored so they can be easily broken in half if needed."
Answered by AI