Q & A

Safety and tolerability

Answers to key questions from experts here at Lundbeck

Here are answers to some of the most common questions concerning Cipralex. For more specific questions, we invite you to ask an expert here at Lundbeck. Our Medical Advisers are always happy to help.

What are the most frequent adverse events reported for escitalopram?

Escitalopram side effects are relatively rare. However the most common side effect of escitalopram is ...

Are there any differences between the adverse events induced by citalopram and escitalopram?

The adverse-event profile of escitalopram is similar to that of citalopram. There are no new, unexpected events as...

Can breast-feeding women take escitalopram?

It is expected that escitalopram will be excreted into breast milk. However, to date, no clinical...

Can escitalopram be prescribed in diabetic patients?

Yes. However, in diabetic patients, treatment with SSRIs may alter...

Does escitalopram affect body weight?

Short-term treatment with escitalopram is anticipated to be weight neutral on the basis of...

Published: 05/10/2006 Last updated: 27/07/2010