Generic Lexapro: An Overview
Lexapro is manufactured by Forest Pharmaceuticals. It is currently under the protection of a patent that prevents any generic Lexapro from being manufactured in the United States. Yet, if you search the Internet for "generic Lexapro," you may find a number of companies selling it. The fact is that these medicines could be fake, substandard, and potentially dangerous.
There may be generic Lexapro available from another country, but there is really no way of knowing if you are getting genuine Lexapro or not. You should not buy any generic Lexapro until there is an approved generic available.
When Will There Be a Generic Version?
The earliest possible date that a generic version of Lexapro could become available is 2012.
However, there are other circumstances that could come up to extend the exclusivity period of Lexapro beyond 2012. These circumstances could include things such as other patents for specific Lexapro uses or lawsuits. Once Lexapro goes off patent, there may be several companies that manufacture a generic Lexapro drug.