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Escitalopram Oxalate

Escitalopram Oxalate API

Escitalopram Oxalate-API

CAS Number: 219861-08-2

Therapeutic Category
Central Nervous System (CNS)
API Technology
Synthetic
Dose Form
Oral Solids
Liquid
Dr Reddy's Development Status
Available
Available Regulatory Filing
USDMF
CEP Granted
EUDMF
Korea DMF
Innovator Brand (USA)
Lexapro
Plant
1006(CTO6)

Mechanism of Action

The mechanism of antidepressant action of escitalopram, the S-enantiomer of racemic citalopram, is presumed to be linked to potentiation of serotonergic activity in the central nervous system (CNS) resulting from its inhibition of CNS neuronal reuptake of serotonin (5-HT).

Indication

Lexapro® is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) indicated for:

  • Acute and Maintenance Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) in adults and adolescents aged 12-17 years
  • Acute Treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) in adults

Dr. Reddy's Expertise

Headquartered in Hyderabad, India, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories is one of the leading Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) manufacturers and suppliers globally for Escitalopram Oxalate API. Dr. Reddy's API business is a preferred partner to pharma companies across the US, Europe, Brazil, Latin America, Japan, China, Korea, Middle East and other emerging markets.

Dr. Reddy's API business thrives on the deep technical strengths established over the last 30+ years in the development and manufacture of complex APIs such as steroids, peptides, complex long chain molecules and highly potent APIs (HPAPIs / oncology drugs). This expertise is complemented by our prowess in intellectual property and regulatory affairs which helps us consistently meet and exceed regulatory standards. Dr. Reddy's Escitalopram Oxalate API is the outcome of the extensive expertise in R&D, IP, and Regulatory.

A key component in helping our customers be first to market is a responsive supply chain. We achieve this by making sure that all our facilities are operating efficiently and to the latest standards of quality, safety, and productivity. A strong interconnect between business and factories allows for a quick reaction to dynamic market changes, so that we can avert shortages and meet sudden surges in demand.

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FAQs

The use of alcohol is not recommended in patients who are taking Escitalopram.

The main purpose of using Escitalopram is to treat depression and anxiety.

Escitalopram belongs o the class-II of BCS classification.

Escitalopram have DMFs for the US, CEP, Europe and Korea.

Escitalopram should be stored room temperature between 15ºC and 30°C.

Escitalopram is available in tablet form with dosage strength of 5 mg