| Active substance | Escitalopram  | 
		
|---|---|
| Chemical name | Escitalopram oxalate  | 
		
| Side effects | Nausea, headache, dry mouth, increased sweating, sexual dysfunction, fatigue  | 
		
| Effects | Reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety  | 
		
| Dosage (sports) | Not applicable  | 
		
| Dosage (medical) | Typically 10 mg daily, possibly increasing to 20 mg daily depending on response and tolerability  | 
		
| Half-life | Approximately 27-32 hours  | 
		
| Main action | Increases serotonin levels in the brain  | 
		
| Substance class | Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)  | 
		
| Formula | C20H21FN2O В· C2H2O4  | 
		
| Storage conditions | Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat  | 
		
| Trade name | Lexapro, Cipralex  | 
		
| Blood pressure | Generally has minimal effect on blood pressure  | 
		
| Also known as | S-citalopram  | 
		
| Strength | 10mg  | 
		
| Lab Test | Not typically required for monitoring  | 
		
| Hepatotoxicity | Low risk  | 
		
| Water Retention | Minimal to none  | 
		
| Use in sports | Not typically used in sports  | 
		
| Manufacturer | Cipla Ltd.  | 
		
| Packing | 10 tabs/blister  | 
		







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