Golimumab and Lexapro

• Generic Name: golimumab
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Simponi, Simponi SmartJect, Simponi Aria

Golimumab is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, or ulcerative colitis. Golimumab is sometimes used with another medicine called methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall).

Golimumab may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: escitalopram
• Dosage Forms: tablets and oral solution
• Other Brand Names: Lexapro

Lexapro (escitalopram) is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Escitalopram affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression or anxiety.

Lexapro is used to treat anxiety in adults.

Lexapro is also used to treat major depressive disorder in adults and adolescents who are at least 12 years old.