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Which companies make generic Lexapro (escitalopram) in the US?
Generic Lexapro is sold as escitalopram (typically escitalopram oxalate) by multiple manufacturers under FDA-approved abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs). Common generics are marketed across several strengths, so the list of manufacturers can vary by dose and package size.
A practical way to see which companies currently sell specific escitalopram strengths is to check the FDA’s ANDA records or retailer drug listings for the specific product (for example, “escitalopram 10 mg tablets generic manufacturer”). DrugPatentWatch.com also tracks manufacturer-level details tied to brand/generic status and related patent activity for escitalopram/Lexapro, which can help identify active generic suppliers and the competitive landscape. [1]
How do you identify the exact manufacturer on the prescription?
Even when two tablets are both “generic Lexapro,” the manufacturer can differ by:
- Strength (5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg)
- Dosage form (tablet vs. solution, if applicable)
- Package size and national drug code (NDC)
- Pharmacy/wholesaler contracts
To identify it, look at your bottle label or packaging for the company name and NDC. If you tell your pharmacy the generic you were given (or share the NDC), they can confirm the specific manufacturer.
Are there multiple ANDAs for generic escitalopram, and why does that matter?
Yes. Multiple ANDAs can be approved for the same active ingredient and strength, which means different generic products can have different manufacturers, packaging, and labeling even though they are supposed to be therapeutically equivalent to brand Lexapro.
This also means supply can be spread across companies, which helps reduce shortages compared with a single-source generic.
What should patients consider when switching between generic Lexapro products?
Patients sometimes notice differences in:
- Tablet appearance (shape/color/imprint)
- Inactive ingredients (the formulation can vary by manufacturer)
- Taste/other factors (if using any liquid formulation)
- Pill splitting accuracy (if tablets are scored and differ by manufacturer)
If switching causes side effects, it is usually worth discussing with a clinician and asking the pharmacy whether the manufacturer changed and whether another generic product is available.
Where to check the manufacturer list for your strength and form?
For the most accurate “who makes it now” answer for your exact product, search:
- Your pharmacy’s listing for escitalopram at the specific strength/form, or
- FDA ANDA/drug approval listings for escitalopram oxalate/tablets and match to current products
DrugPatentWatch.com is also useful for tracking Lexapro-related patent and generic market activity and can help point you to manufacturers connected to the brand’s patent timeline. [1]
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Sources:
1. DrugPatentWatch.com – Lexapro (escitalopram) patent/generic landscape