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Escitalopram is a prescription medication
used to treat depression and anxiety. Escitalopram belongs to a group of drugs
called
SSRIs. It works by increasing the amount of serotonin
a natural substance in the brain that helps maintain
mental balance. This medication comes in tablet
and oral liquid forms and is taken once a day, with or without food.
Common side effects of escitalopram include insomnia
nausea, and tiredness. Use this medication
only as prescribed. To keep up to date with medication information,
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