Escitalopram

Indications

Treatment of major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder.

Dosage

10mg once daily, increased, if necessary to 20mg once daily.

Contra-Indications

Concomitant use with MAOIs, hypersensitivity to escitalopram or citalopram.

Special Precautions

Mania, seizure disorders, works requiring mental alertness e.g. operating hazardous machinery, including automobiles; severe renal impairment; hepatic impairment.

Side Effects

Nausea, diarrhoea, increased sweating, insomnia, impotence, ejaculation disorder, fatigue, somnolence.

Drug Interactions

Escitalopram may enhance the sedative effects of alcohol.