Escitalopram

  • Sebind Kumar, DPM, DNB (Psych) Medical College, Thrissur.
Keywords: SSRIs, Serotonin Reuptake Inhibition, Indications

Abstract

Escitalopram belongs to the class of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs). It acts by serotonin reuptake inhibition by blocking the serotonin transporter (SERT).
SSRIs are used in psychopharmacology and have a long half life- 22-27 hours. It is safe and is one of the most prescribed psychiatric drugs.

Author Biography

Sebind Kumar, DPM, DNB (Psych), Medical College, Thrissur.

Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry

Published
2011-09-27
How to Cite
Kumar, S. (2011). Escitalopram. Kerala Medical Journal, 4(3), 101-102. https://doi.org/10.52314/kmj.2011.v4i3.230