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Escitalopram (Lexapro)
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Escitalopram (Lexapro)

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Estimated pharmacy cash price

from $12/mo

Typical cash price for generic Escitalopram without using insurance. Estimates only — actual prices vary by location, quantity, and discount programs.

$17

CVS

$17

Walgreens

$13

Walmart

$12

Costco

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Commonly prescribed for

DepressionGeneralized Anxiety Disorder

What is Escitalopram (Lexapro)?

SSRI antidepressant used for depression and generalized anxiety disorder. Known for being well-tolerated with fewer drug interactions.

Dosage & forms

Drug class: SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor)

5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg tabletsOral solution (5 mg/5 mL)

Typical dosing

Typically 10 mg once daily, with a maximum of 20 mg daily.

Mood and anxiety often improve over 4–6 weeks.

Your clinician determines the right dose and form for you. Always follow the instructions on your prescription label.

Common side effects

Most side effects are mild and often ease within the first few weeks. Tell your clinician if any are bothersome or do not go away.

Nausea

Insomnia

Fatigue

Sweating

Sexual side effects

Important safety information

  • Antidepressants carry a boxed warning for increased risk of suicidal thoughts in people under 25, especially in the first weeks of treatment or after a dose change. Seek help right away if mood worsens.

  • Rarely, combining serotonergic medications can cause serotonin syndrome (agitation, fast heart rate, fever, tremor). Tell your clinician about every medication and supplement you take.

  • Higher doses can affect heart rhythm (QT prolongation); your clinician may limit the dose if you have heart conditions.

  • Do not stop suddenly — your clinician will taper the dose to avoid discontinuation symptoms such as dizziness, flu-like feelings, or 'brain zaps.'

This information is educational and not a complete list of risks. It is not a substitute for advice from your clinician or pharmacist. In an emergency, call 911. If you are in crisis, call or text 988.

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Our clinicians track your progress over time and adjust your care as needed. If medication is prescribed, we'll manage dosing and monitor for side effects. You're never left to navigate care on your own.

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