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Lexapro
At a glance
| Generic name | Lexapro |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Escitalopram, escitalopram |
| Sponsor | Weill Medical College of Cornell University |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Other |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Approved indications
Boxed warnings
- WARNING: SUICIDAL THOUGHTS AND BEHAVIORS Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior s in pediatric and young adult patients in short-term studies . Closely monitor all antidepressant-treated patients for clinical worsening, and for emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Lexapro is not approved for use in pediatric patients less than 7 years of age [ s ee Use in Specific Populations ( 8.4 )] . WARNING: SUICIDAL THOUGHTS AN D
Common side effects
- Insomnia
- Ejaculation disorder
- Nausea
- Increased sweating
- Fatigue
- Somnolence
- Decreased libido
- Anorgasmia
Key clinical trials
- Dynamic Networks in Depression Treatment: Mechanisms of Change in Pharmacological, Psychological and Combined Treatment of Depression (PHASE4)
- TDM-Guided Treatment With SSRIs in Hospitalized Adults and Children (PHASE4)
- Efficacy and Mechanisms of Escitalopram in Drug-Naïve First-Episode Major Depressive Disorder (NA)
- Citalopram as a Posterior Cortical Protective Therapy in Parkinson Disease (PHASE2)
- Acupuncture and Escitalopram for Treating Major Depression Clinical Study (NA)
- Pattern Separation in Major Depressive Disorder (PHASE1)
- Optimized Predictive Treatment In Medications for Unipolar Major Depression (OPTIMUM-D) (PHASE4)
- Treatment of Psoriasis With Depression and/or Anxiety With Methotrexate vs Combined Methotrexate and Antidepressant (PHASE4)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
Competitive intelligence
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- Lexapro CI brief — competitive landscape report
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- Weill Medical College of Cornell University portfolio CI