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Escitalopram is a highly selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) commonly prescribed for the treatment of major depressive disorder and generalised anxiety disorder. It is the active enantiomer of citalopram.

Sertraline is a widely prescribed antidepressant belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class. It is used to treat major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and anxiety disorders.