Nexito 10 vs Rexipra 10: price, salt & differences
Nexito 10 and Rexipra 10 both contain Escitalopram 10 mg – the same medicine in the same dose, so they work the same way. Nexito 10 by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd is ₹145.15 for 15 tablets (₹9.68 per tablet) and Rexipra 10 by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd is ₹96.81 for 10 tablets (₹9.68 per tablet), so they cost the same per tablet. Neither is clinically better; ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Nexito 10
Escitalopram 10 mg · Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
MRP ₹145.15 for 15
₹9.68 / tablet
Escitalopram 10 mg detailsRexipra 10
Escitalopram 10 mg · Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
MRP ₹96.81 for 10
₹9.68 / tablet
Escitalopram 10 mg detailsKey differences
| Aspect | Nexito 10 | Rexipra 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Salt / composition | Escitalopram | Escitalopram |
| Strength | 10 mg | 10 mg |
| Manufacturer | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Pack size | 15 tablets | 10 tablets |
| MRP | ₹145.15 for 15 tablets | ₹96.81 for 10 tablets |
| ₹ per tablet | ₹9.68 per tablet | ₹9.68 per tablet |
| Prescription status | Schedule H – prescription required | Schedule H – prescription required |
| Main use | Depression (major depressive disorder). | Depression (major depressive disorder). |
| Who it suits / key caution | Depression and anxiety disorders; a common first-choice SSRI. Takes 2–4 weeks to work; do not stop suddenly. Watch mood closely in under-25s. | Same as Nexito 10 – identical salt and strength, so the same cautions apply. |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Frequently asked questions
Nexito 10 और Rexipra 10 में क्या अंतर है?
दोनों में एक ही salt – Escitalopram 10 mg – है, इसलिए असर एक जैसा है। फर्क company और कीमत का है: Nexito 10 (Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd) की MRP ₹145.15 (15 tablets) है और Rexipra 10 (Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd) की MRP ₹96.81 (10 tablets)।
Is Nexito 10 the same as Rexipra 10?
Yes, medically. Both contain Escitalopram 10 mg in tablet form. They are made by different companies – Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd and Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd – and may differ in pack size, price and tablet appearance, but the active ingredient and dose are identical.
Which is cheaper, Nexito 10 or Rexipra 10?
They cost the same per tablet: ₹9.68. Nexito 10 is ₹145.15 for 15 tablets and Rexipra 10 is ₹96.81 for 10 tablets, so only the pack size differs.
Can I take Rexipra 10 instead of Nexito 10?
Because the salt and strength are the same, a pharmacist can usually dispense Rexipra 10 in place of Nexito 10 if your doctor is fine with it. Do not swap on your own if your doctor wrote a specific brand – ask them or the pharmacist first.
Is there a cheaper generic option?
Yes. Jan Aushadhi stores sell Escitalopram Tablets IP 10 mg at ₹9.38 for 10 – about ₹0.94 per tablet. It is the same salt and strength, made to the same standards.
Do I need a prescription for Nexito 10 or Rexipra 10?
Yes. Escitalopram is a Schedule H medicine in India, so both brands need a valid prescription.
Can I switch from Nexito 10 to Rexipra 10?
Both contain Escitalopram 10 mg and cost the same per tablet. Switching brands of an antidepressant is usually fine, but tell your psychiatrist so they know what you are taking.
Sources
- NHS – Escitalopram (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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This page is general information, not medical advice. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without asking a doctor or pharmacist. Terms