M EC Pill — WHITE ROUND, 7mm — Escitalopram

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ImprintM / EC
ColourWHITE
ShapeROUND
Size7
StrengthESCITALOPRAM OXALATE 10 mg
Dosage formTablet, Film Coated
ManufacturerREMEDYREPACK INC.
NDC61786-515
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Availability—
IngredientsESCITALOPRAM OXALATE[ESCITALOPRAM]

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The imprint "M EC" is a code stamped or printed on the tablet or capsule by the manufacturer, used to identify the drug, its strength and the maker.

Active ingredient

Escitalopram

Uses and warnings

BOXED WARNING - Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors: "Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in pediatric and young adult patients in short-term studies." Close monitoring is essential, particularly during initial treatment phases. Key Warnings Include: - Serotonin syndrome risk with concurrent serotonergic agents - Discontinuation syndrome when stopping treatment - Seizure risk in susceptible patients - Activation of mania/hypomania in bipolar disorder - Hyponatremia (low sodium), particularly in elderly patients - Increased bleeding risk with anticoagulants/NSAIDs - Sexual dysfunction possible - Angle-closure glaucoma risk

Escitalopram is approved for treating "major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older" and "generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in adults."

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Official references

Source: FDA Structured Product Label via NLM Pillbox archive (retired 2021); source file 4b67b6e8-7859-073b-e054-00144ff8d46c.xml