Is lexapro cipralex?

Is Lexapro the same as Cipralex?

Yes. Lexapro and Cipralex are brand names for the same medicine: escitalopram (an SSRI antidepressant). The two names are used in different countries and by different marketing authorizations, but the active drug is the same.

Do they come in the same strengths?

They’re commonly sold in similar tablet strengths (such as 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg of escitalopram), but the exact available strengths can vary by country and manufacturer.

Will taking one instead of the other change how it works?

If the dose is the same (for example, 10 mg escitalopram), the effect should be equivalent because the active ingredient is the same. Differences are mainly in the brand’s inactive ingredients and the product labeling, not the antidepressant itself.

Are there any “conversion” issues I should know about?

The key is to match escitalopram dose, not the brand name. If you’re switching between Lexapro and Cipralex, follow the prescribing instructions for your specific dose and schedule, since tablet formulations and appearance may differ.

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