Lexapro - What is it?
Lexapro, active ingredient escitalopram oxalate, is an antidepressant that is available only by prescription. It is used for the treatment of multiple conditions in the brain.
Who Manufactures Lexapro?
Forest Parmaceuticals is the maker of Lexapro.
Uses
Lexapro has been licensed for the treatment of conditions such as Generalized anxiety disorder and depression.
How it Works
Lexapro belongs to the class of medications known as SSRIs. They work with the brain chemical called serotonin. Serotonin is just one of many brain chemicals that are transmitted from brain cell to brain cell.
Lexapro effects
Many studies done on Lexapro have shown that it is an effective depression and GAD treatment. Long term studies have found that this medication also helps to offset the potential for relapses of depression.
Potential side effects
As is the case with all medications, there is the potential for side effects while being treated with Lexapro. Not everyone that takes this medication will notice side effects as it is generally well tolerated. Those who do notice side effects will find that they are usually minor and require little or no treatment. Other side effects that are more serious are less common.
Generic Forms of Lexapro
At this time, there is no generic form of Lexapro.