| Category of Drug | Escitalopram is a Antidepressant drug |
| Mechanism of Action | |
| Indications | Escitalopram is used for 1. Depression 2. Obsessive-compulsive disorder 3. Anxiety disorder 4. Panic disorder |
| Well Known Pharmaceutical Brands | |
| Available dosage forms | TABLETS |
| Dose | |
| Contraindications | 1. Concomitant use with MAO Inhibitors 2. Thioridazine |
| Precautions | 1. History of panic disorder or seizure disorders 2. Renal impairment 3. Hepatic impairment 4. Work requiring mental alertness 5. Concomitant use of escitalopram with other SSRIs 6. Interactions 7. Pregnancy |
| Adverse Effects | 1. Insomnia 2. Nausea 3. ejaculation disorder |
| Pregnancy Category | C |
