How to Pronounce Escitalopram (Lexapro)

es-sye-TAL-oh-pram
IPA: /ɛs.sjɛ.ˈtæl.oʊ.præm/
Brand name: Lexapro
es sye TAL oh pram
Escitalopram is pronounced es-sye-TAL-oh-pram

How do you pronounce Escitalopram?

Escitalopram is pronounced “es-sye-TAL-oh-pram”. It has 5 syllables: es ‑ sye ‑ tal ‑ oh ‑ pram. The stress falls on the third syllable, “tal”.

How many syllables are in Escitalopram?

Escitalopram has 5 syllables: es ‑ sye ‑ tal ‑ oh ‑ pram.

What does Escitalopram mean?

Escitalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. It is the S-enantiomer of citalopram with improved selectivity.

Word Parts

prefix es- S-enantiomer

Common Mispronunciations

Commonly said "es-KI-tal-oh-pram" — the "sye" is often missed: es-sye-TAL-oh-pram

Where You'll Encounter This

Depression, anxiety - well tolerated

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