Medicine · Generic
Escitalopram
SSRI antidepressant (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor)
- 23 brands
- 23 makers
- Tablet
- From ≈ ৳13
What it is used for
Escitalopram is used to treat depression and several anxiety disorders, including generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder and social anxiety disorder. In some countries it is also used for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It is prescribed after assessment by a doctor and is usually taken for several months.
How it works
Escitalopram increases the amount of serotonin, a chemical messenger, available in the brain. This is thought to improve mood and reduce anxiety over several weeks.
Drug class: SSRI antidepressant (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor)
Available in Bangladesh
23 brands from 23 makers, in these forms and strengths:
- Tablet
- 5 mg10 mg20 mg
Brands and prices
Same medicine, different makers — ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Escitalopram Tablet · 10 mg23 brands · from ≈ ৳21
- CitalonPopular Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳21
- OxaproSquare Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳21
- EpramInnovative Pharma (Albion)≈ ৳21
- EscilexRenata Limited≈ ৳21
- LositaEskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳21
- AcipamIbn Sina Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳22
- NexcitalUniMed UniHealth≈ ৳22
- TalopramNavana Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳22
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- EstarexSANDOZ (A Novartis Division)≈ ৳23
- S-CitapramGeneral Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳23
- CitalexOpsonin Pharma Ltd.≈ ৳23
- EsipramIncepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳23
- EsitaHealthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳23
- NexitoSun Pharmaceutical Ltd.≈ ৳23
- RecitaGoodman Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳24
- ExpresSynovia pharma plc≈ ৳24
- SerotalGlobe Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳25
- CitalamACI Limited≈ ৳25
- MelivaJayson Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳25
- SeropamBeximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳25
- SencitalBelsen Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳26
- AndepramRadiant Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳26
- ElodepACME Laboratories Ltd.≈ ৳26
Escitalopram Tablet · 5 mg21 brands · from ≈ ৳13
- CitalonPopular Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳13
- EsipramIncepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳13
- SerotalGlobe Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳14
- TalopramNavana Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳14
- AndepramRadiant Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳14
- EstarexSANDOZ (A Novartis Division)≈ ৳14
- SeropamBeximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳14
- CitalexOpsonin Pharma Ltd.≈ ৳14
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- OxaproSquare Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳14
- EpramInnovative Pharma (Albion)≈ ৳15
- ExpresSynovia pharma plc≈ ৳15
- EsitaHealthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳15
- LositaEskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳15
- CitalamACI Limited≈ ৳16
- ElodepACME Laboratories Ltd.≈ ৳16
- NexcitalUniMed UniHealth≈ ৳16
- NexitoSun Pharmaceutical Ltd.≈ ৳16
- EscilexRenata Limited≈ ৳16
- AcipamIbn Sina Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳17
- S-CitapramGeneral Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳17
- RecitaGoodman Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳17
Escitalopram Tablet · 20 mg1 brand · from ≈ ৳32
- LositaEskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd.≈ ৳32
Cheapest first. Prices are DGDA maximum retail prices (MRP) per unit as listed, rounded down to the whole taka. ≈ marks an indicative MRP from a public price list that Mukti has not yet checked against the pack. The MRP printed on the pack always applies.
Prescription
Mukti's medicine catalogue marks Escitalopram as a prescription medicine. Keep a valid prescription ready when you order it in the Mukti Health app, and use it only as your doctor directs.
Important safety information
Common side effects
Common side effects include nausea, headache, trouble sleeping or sleepiness, sweating, dry mouth, tiredness and sexual problems. Some people feel more anxious in the first weeks. Many side effects ease as the body adjusts.
Talk to a doctor or pharmacist first
- Young people and anyone who has had thoughts of suicide or self-harm
- People with bipolar disorder, epilepsy or heart rhythm problems
- Anyone with a bleeding disorder or taking blood thinners, aspirin or NSAID painkillers
- Anyone taking other antidepressants, tramadol, triptans for migraine or St John's wort
- People with liver disease
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women
Warnings
- Seek help straight away if you have thoughts of harming yourself, especially in the first weeks or after a change in treatment.
- Get urgent help for agitation, fever, sweating, a fast heartbeat, muscle twitching or confusion, which may be signs of serotonin syndrome.
- Do not stop suddenly without talking to your doctor, as this can cause dizziness, anxiety, sleep problems and flu-like feelings.
- Seek medical help for fainting or a pounding or irregular heartbeat.
- Avoid alcohol, which can worsen drowsiness and low mood.
Questions people ask
How long does escitalopram take to work?
Some people notice better sleep or energy within the first couple of weeks, but the full effect on mood and anxiety usually takes several weeks. Keep in touch with your doctor during this time.
Is escitalopram addictive?
It is not addictive in the way that sleeping pills or tranquillisers can be. However, stopping suddenly can cause withdrawal-like symptoms, so your doctor will usually reduce it gradually.
What is the difference between escitalopram and sertraline?
Both are SSRIs and work in a similar way. They differ in side effects, interactions and how they suit particular conditions, so your doctor chooses based on your situation.
Can I drink alcohol while taking escitalopram?
It is wise to avoid alcohol. It can make you drowsier and may worsen depression or anxiety.
What is the cheapest brand of Escitalopram 10 mg tablet in Bangladesh?
Of the 23 brands of Escitalopram 10 mg tablet listed, the lowest maximum retail price is ৳21, shared by Citalon (Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd.), Oxapro (Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd.) and Epram (Innovative Pharma (Albion)) and 2 other brands. They contain the same medicine; ask your doctor or pharmacist before you switch brands.
What is the price of Escitalopram in Bangladesh?
Listed maximum retail prices range from ৳13 to ৳32 per unit, depending on the form, strength and maker.
How many brands of Escitalopram are there in Bangladesh?
Mukti lists 23 brands of Escitalopram from 23 makers, as tablet.
Do I need a prescription for Escitalopram?
Mukti's medicine catalogue marks Escitalopram as a prescription medicine. Keep a valid prescription ready when you order it in the Mukti Health app, and use it only as your doctor directs.