Escitalopram
Escitalopram 5mg, 10mg and 20mg tablets, an SSRI for depression and generalised anxiety.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5mg | 30 tablets | US$29.70 | US$0.99 |
| 5mg | 60 tablets | US$46.80 | US$0.78 |
| 5mg | 90 tablets | US$63.90 | US$0.71 |
| 5mg | 120 tablets | US$74.40 | US$0.62 |
| 5mg | 180 tablets | US$97.20 | US$0.54 |
| 5mg | 360 tablets | US$169.20 | US$0.47 |
| 10mg | 30 tablets | US$39.00 | US$1.30 |
| 10mg | 60 tablets | US$65.40 | US$1.09 |
| 10mg | 90 tablets | US$90.90 | US$1.01 |
| 10mg | 120 tablets | US$112.80 | US$0.94 |
| 10mg | 180 tablets | US$154.80 | US$0.86 |
| 10mg | 360 tablets | US$280.80 | US$0.78 |
| 20mg | 30 tablets | US$37.50 | US$1.25 |
| 20mg | 60 tablets | US$60.00 | US$1.00 |
| 20mg | 90 tablets | US$84.60 | US$0.94 |
| 20mg | 120 tablets | US$103.20 | US$0.86 |
| 20mg | 180 tablets | US$140.40 | US$0.78 |
| 20mg | 360 tablets | US$266.40 | US$0.74 |
- Category
- Antidepressants
- Active ingredient
- Escitalopram
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 5 · 10 · 20mg
You will receive a quality generic, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Escitalopram on your behalf.
- Alternative names
- Cipralex; Lexapro; Nexito
- Therapeutic class
- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)
- Pharmacological class
- SSRI
- Known off-label uses
- obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Contraindications
- concurrent use of MAO inhibitors
- Precautions and warnings
- do not stop treatment abruptly; monitor for suicidal ideation
- Minor side effects
- nausea; dry mouth; insomnia
- Moderate side effects
- anxiety; libido change; dizziness
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Lundbeck
- Onset time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- Long-term usage
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- st. john's wort; maois; aspirin
- Age restrictions
- Not for use in children under 18.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Use only if benefits outweigh risks. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Serious side effects
serotonin syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; suicidal ideation, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to alleviate mood disorders, utilised to support patients with anxiety and depression.
Mechanism of action
Escitalopram acts by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin (5-HT) in the synaptic cleft, thereby increasing the level of serotonin in the brain to improve mood and reduce anxiety symptoms.
Escitalopram is an SSRI antidepressant for major depressive disorder and generalised anxiety disorder, sold originally as Lexapro. It comes as 5mg, 10mg and 20mg tablets and takes a few weeks to work. Do not stop it suddenly, and tell your doctor at once about thoughts of suicide or self-harm, which can increase early in treatment, especially in young people.
Buying Escitalopram online
Generic escitalopram, much of it made in India, costs less than the original brand. Depression and anxiety need a doctor’s care; this medicine is one part of it.
FAQ
What does Escitalopram treat?
Escitalopram contains escitalopram, used for major depressive disorder and generalised anxiety disorder. Escitalopram acts by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin (5-HT) in the synaptic cleft, thereby increasing the level of serotonin in the brain to improve mood and reduce anxiety symptoms.
What kind of medicine is Escitalopram?
Yes. Escitalopram is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, escitalopram, rather than under a brand. The exact manufacturer depends on stock.
How is Escitalopram priced?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Escitalopram comes in 5, 10 and 20mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
Is Escitalopram sold under other names?
Other brands of escitalopram include Cipralex, Lexapro and Nexito.
How long does Escitalopram take to work?
Escitalopram usually starts to work within 2 to 4 weeks. The exact timing differs between people.
Does Escitalopram have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of escitalopram are nausea, dry mouth and insomnia. Less common ones include anxiety, libido change and dizziness. Serious but less common side effects include serotonin syndrome and suicidal ideation, which need urgent medical attention.
Can I take Escitalopram with other medicines?
Escitalopram can interact with St John's wort, MAOIs and aspirin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Escitalopram.
Can I order Escitalopram online without a prescription?
Yes, online. VGR Australia does not ask for a prescription to order escitalopram. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I order Escitalopram online for delivery in Australia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Escitalopram is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Escitalopram, rather than under a brand.
- You receive a quality generic; the exact manufacturer depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- It contains the same active ingredient and has the same strength as the original brand.