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Innovator Escitalopram
Innovator Escitalopram is a Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor Small molecule drug developed by Shanghai Mental Health Center. It is currently in Phase 2 development for Major depressive disorder, Generalized anxiety disorder. Also known as: Lexapro®.
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor Used for Major depressive disorder, Generalized anxiety disorder.
At a glance
| Generic name | Innovator Escitalopram |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Lexapro® |
| Sponsor | Shanghai Mental Health Center |
| Drug class | Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor |
| Target | Serotonin transporter |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Neurology |
| Phase | Phase 2 |
Mechanism of action
Escitalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that acts by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin in the central nervous system.
Approved indications
- Major depressive disorder
- Generalized anxiety disorder
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Insomnia
Key clinical trials
- A Clinical Trial to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Generic Escitalopram in Depression (PHASE2, PHASE3)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
Competitive intelligence
For the full competitive landscape — auto-detected comparators, recent regulatory actions across the set, upcoming PDUFA, patent timeline, sponsor landscape:
- Innovator Escitalopram CI brief — competitive landscape report
- Innovator Escitalopram updates RSS · CI watch RSS
- Shanghai Mental Health Center portfolio CI
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Related
- Drug class: All Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor drugs
- Target: All drugs targeting Serotonin transporter
- Manufacturer: Shanghai Mental Health Center — full pipeline
- Therapeutic area: All drugs in Neurology
- Indication: Drugs for Major depressive disorder
- Indication: Drugs for Generalized anxiety disorder
- Also known as: Lexapro®
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- Pricing: Innovator Escitalopram cost, discount & access