Pure S-enantiomer of citalopram — the pharmacologically active stereoisomer. Cleaner side-effect profile (lower QT risk at therapeutic doses) and best-tolerated SSRI in head-to-head network meta-analyses (Cipriani 2018).
Half-Life (t½)
PO: 27h
Dosing Guidelines
PO: Typical 13.3 mg (Range: 10–20 mg)
Target Organ Systems
nervous
Interactions
Citalopram (synergistic): Escitalopram is the pure S-enantiomer of citalopram. Do not co-prescribe.