Paroxetine
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Brand Name: Paxil
Generic Name: Paroxetine Hcl
Other Common Names: Paxil-CR, Paroxotine, Paroxotina, Paroxetina
Paxil (paroxetine HCl) is a member of a class of prescription drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serves to relieve depression. Paxil has been approved for the treatment of major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety disorder (SAD), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). With continued treatment, Paxil can help restore the balance of serotonin (a naturally occurring chemical in the brain) -- which helps reduce the symptoms of anxiety and depression. Paxil is available in tablet and liquid form.
How To Take Paroxetine and Paroxetine Dosage and Administration
Paxil comes in 10mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, and 40 mg tablets. The usual startup dose is one 10 mg or one 20 mg tablet a day. For people over the age of 65 the initial startup dose is 10 mg a day. For best results Paxil should be taken at the same time every day, preferably in the morning.
Paroxetine Side Effects
Paroxetine Precautions and Contraindications
Paxil is not intended for everyone. To avoid serious complications, you may want to talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing, have kidney or liver disease, or suffer from seizures.
Paroxetine Drug Interactions
It's very important that your doctor know about any prescription and/or herbal products you are taking. Paxil is not intended for patients taking MAO Inhibitors (older forms of antidepressants). If you are taking MAO Inhibitors consult with your doctor before you begin treatment. Serious, and sometimes fatal complications have occurred when these medicines have been used together.
Additionally, do not take Paxil if you are taking thiorizaine (Mellaril). The combination can cause dangerous even fatal irregular heartbeats.
