Escitalopram

Escitalopram

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Uses

1.1 Major Depressive Disorder

Escitalopram tablets, USP are indicated for the acute and maintenance treatment of major depressive disorder in adults and in adolescents 12 to 17 years of age [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].

A major depressive episode (DSM-IV) implies a prominent and relatively persistent (nearly every day for at least 2 weeks) depressed or dysphoric mood that usually interferes with daily functioning, and includes at least five of the following nine symptoms: depressed mood, loss of interest in usual activities, significant change in weight and/or appetite, insomnia or hypersomnia, psychomotor agitation or retardation, increased fatigue, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, slowed thinking or impaired concentration, a suicide attempt or suicidal ideation.

1.2 Generalied Anxiety Disorder

Escitalopram tablets,USP are indicated for the acute treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) in adults [see Clinical Studies (14.2)]. 

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (DSM-IV) is characterized by excessive anxiety and worry (apprehensive expectation) that is persistent for at least 6 months and which the person finds difficult to control. It must be associated with at least 3 of the following symptoms: restlessness or feeling keyed up or on edge, being easily fatigued, difficulty concentrating or mind going blank, irritability, muscle tension, and sleep disturbance.

History

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Other Information

Escitalopram oxalate USP is an orally administered selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Escitalopram is the pure S-enantiomer (single isomer) of the racemic bicyclic phthalane derivative citalopram. Escitalopram oxalate is designated S-(+)-1-[3-(dimethyl-amino)propyl]-1-(p-fluorophenyl)-5-phthalancarbonitrile oxalate with the following structural formula:

structure

The molecular formula is C20H21FN2O • C2H2O4 and the molecular weight is 414.43.

Escitalopram oxalate USP occurs as white to almost white crystalline powder and is soluble in methanol.

Escitalopram tablets, USP are film-coated tablets, containing escitalopram oxalate USP in strengths equivalent to 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg escitalopram base. The 10 and 20 mg tablets are scored. The tablets also contain the following inactive ingredients: talc, croscarmellose sodium, microcrystalline cellulose, colloidal silicon dioxide, and magnesium stearate. The film coating contains hypromellose, titanium dioxide, and polyethylene glycol.

Escitalopram Manufacturers


  • St. Mary’s Medical Park Pharmacy
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [St. Mary’s Medical Park Pharmacy]
  • Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.]
  • Northwind Pharmaceuticals, Llc
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Northwind Pharmaceuticals, Llc]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Proficient Rx Lp
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Proficient Rx Lp]
  • Tya Pharmaceuticals
    Escitalopram Tablet [Tya Pharmaceuticals]
  • Ncs Healthcare Of Ky, Inc Dba Vangard Labs
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Ncs Healthcare Of Ky, Inc Dba Vangard Labs]
  • Stat Rx Usa Llc
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Stat Rx Usa Llc]
  • Rebel Distributors Corp
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Rebel Distributors Corp]
  • Camber Pharmaceuticals
    Escitalopram Tablet [Camber Pharmaceuticals]
  • Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.]
  • Hikma Pharmaceutical
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Hikma Pharmaceutical]
  • West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp]
  • Unit Dose Services
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Unit Dose Services]
  • Unit Dose Services
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Unit Dose Services]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Rebel Distributors Corp
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Rebel Distributors Corp]
  • Legacy Pharmaceutical Packaging
    Escitalopram Tablet [Legacy Pharmaceutical Packaging]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Dispensing Solutions, Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Dispensing Solutions, Inc.]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Jubilant Cadista Pharmaceuticals Inc.
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Jubilant Cadista Pharmaceuticals Inc.]
  • American Health Packaging
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [American Health Packaging]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • Lake Erie Medical Dba Quality Care Products Llc
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Lake Erie Medical Dba Quality Care Products Llc]
  • Lake Erie Medical Dba Quality Care Products Llc
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Lake Erie Medical Dba Quality Care Products Llc]
  • Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.]
  • Apotex Corp.
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Apotex Corp.]
  • Sti Pharma Llc
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Sti Pharma Llc]
  • Unit Dose Services
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Unit Dose Services]
  • Major Pharmaceuticals
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Major Pharmaceuticals]
  • Aidarex Pharmaceuticals Llc
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Aidarex Pharmaceuticals Llc]
  • Bluepoint Laboratories
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Bluepoint Laboratories]
  • Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc]
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet [Remedyrepack Inc. ]
  • International Labs, Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [International Labs, Inc.]
  • Accord Healthcare Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Accord Healthcare Inc. ]
  • Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.]
  • Readymeds
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Readymeds]
  • Bryant Ranch Prepack
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Bryant Ranch Prepack]
  • Bryant Ranch Prepack
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Bryant Ranch Prepack]
  • Northwind Pharmaceuticals
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Northwind Pharmaceuticals]
  • Bryant Ranch Prepack
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Bryant Ranch Prepack]
  • Cardinal Health
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Cardinal Health]
  • Aurobindo Pharma Limited
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Aurobindo Pharma Limited]
  • Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Escitalopram (Escitslopram) Tablet [Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.]
  • Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.]
  • Teva Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc
    Escitalopram Tablet, Film Coated [Teva Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc]
  • Citron Pharma Llc
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Citron Pharma Llc]
  • Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Escitalopram (Escitalopram Oxalate) Tablet, Film Coated [Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.]
  • Directrx
    Escitalopram Tablet, Coated [Directrx]

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