Lexapro Tablet: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Lexapro Tablet
| Generic name | escitalopram |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) |
| Forms | Tablets (5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg), Oral solution (1 mg per mL) |
Lexapro is a prescription antidepressant that belongs to a group of medicines called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It contains the active ingredient escitalopram and is used to treat depression and anxiety.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.