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Research compound

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Celexa (Citalopram)

Celexa is an SSRI approved for the treatment of major depressive disorder, with evidence showing good tolerability & effectiveness comparable to other SSRIs. However, higher doses may lead to QT prolongation.

mental-healthdepressionanxiety
Evidence last reviewed: 05 Apr 2026
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Biomarkers studied
Outcomes directly measured across the evidence records below
Cognitive
AnxietyMood / Wellbeing
Evidence
4 records
Anxiety disorders
Adults with anxiety disordersRandomized Clinical Trial
PUBMEDModerate

Escitalopram was noninferior to mindfulness-based stress reduction in reducing anxiety symptoms.

Dose: 20 mgDuration: 8 weeks
Post-stroke depression
Adults with post-stroke depressionRandomized controlled trial
PUBMEDModerate

Escitalopram showed efficacy in reducing depressive symptoms in post-stroke patients.

Dose: 20 mgDuration: 12 weeks
Major depressive disorder
Adults with major depressive disorderSystematic review and meta-analysis
PUBMEDHigh

Escitalopram was found to be effective in reducing depressive symptoms compared to placebo.

Dose: 20 mgDuration: 8 weeks
Depressive symptoms
Adults with moderate-to-severe major depressive disorderRandomized controlled trial
PUBMEDModerate

Escitalopram was effective in reducing depressive symptoms, though less so than psilocybin.

Dose: 20 mgDuration: 6 weeks
Forms
Tablet
Commonly prescribed form for oral administration.
Oral solution
Alternative for those who have difficulty swallowing tablets.

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