There are significant differences between these two SSRIs. The FDA warned about the risk of QT prolongation with high doses of citalopram, but not escitalopram. Dosing is different too.

To learn more about these similarities and differences check the following video published at the Psychopharmacology Institute website:

Citalopram and Escitalopram: A Summary of Key Differences and Similarities

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