Escitalopram

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Escitalopram is the generic name for the enantiomer of racemic citalopram, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It is marketed under the trade names Lexapro and Cipralex, and is most commonly used in the treatment of depression and anxiety.Wikipedia

SNPs influencing efficacy or side effects of escitalopram include:

  • rs25531, possibly influencing side effect (headache) frequency