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Escitalopram (Lexapro) for depression
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Escitalopram (Lexapro) for depression
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Abstract
Escitalopram (Lexapro) is the active s-enantiomer of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), citalopram (Celexa). It is labeled for the treatment of major depressive disorder.
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