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Lexapro (Escitalopram)

Lexapro is a highly selective SSRI used primarily for treating depression & generalized anxiety disorder, known for its favorable tolerability & efficacy.

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Evidence last reviewed: 05 Apr 2026
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Biomarkers studied
Outcomes directly measured across the evidence records below
Cognitive
Anxiety
Evidence
5 records
Anxiety reduction
Adults with anxiety disordersRCT
PUBMEDHigh

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

Dose: 10 mgDuration: 8 weeksForm: Tablet
Depression symptom reduction
Adults with major depressive disorderRCT
PUBMEDHigh

Escitalopram showed significant reduction in depression symptoms, comparable to psilocybin.

Dose: 10 mgDuration: 6 weeksForm: Tablet
Depression maintenance treatment
Adults with major depressive disorderSystematic review and meta-analysis
PUBMEDHigh

Escitalopram is effective in the maintenance phase of major depressive disorder.

Dose: 10 mg
Gastrointestinal side effects
Patients with major depressive disorderSystematic review and meta-analysis
PUBMEDModerate

Escitalopram is associated with gastrointestinal side effects, similar to other antidepressants.

Dose: 10 mg
Anxiety reduction in adolescents
Adolescents with generalized anxiety disorderRCT
PUBMEDHigh

Escitalopram significantly reduced anxiety symptoms in adolescents.

Dose: 10 mgDuration: 8 weeksForm: Tablet
Forms
Tablet
Commonly prescribed form, taken orally.
Oral solution
Alternative for those who have difficulty swallowing tablets.

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