Escitalopram
From SNPedia
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:
- rs2032583 and others in the ABCB1 gene predict efficacy
- rs1045642 predicted the escitalopram dose needed for remission in major depression
- rs25531, rs25532, rs2020933 in 5-HTTLPR
- rs25531, possibly influencing side effect (headache) frequency
- rs6311 effects the risk of experiencing sexual dysfunction
