Paxil - Paroxetine - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

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Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth usually once daily in the morning, with or without food; or as directed by your doctor.
• The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
• It is important to continue taking this medication as prescribed even if you feel well.
• Also, do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
• Some conditions may become worse when the drug is abruptly stopped.
• Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.
• It may take up to several weeks before the full benefit of this drug takes effect.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Certain medications taken with this product could result in serious, even fatal, drug interactions.
• Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (for example, furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within 2 weeks, and avoid taking thioridazine within 5 weeks before or after treatment with this medication.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist for additional information.
• This drug is not recommended for use with.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Paxil Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Read Before Using Paxil (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, diarrhea, trouble sleeping, constipation, or dry mouth may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

Other Medicinal Applications

• This medication has also been used to treat a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder- PMDD), sexual function problems in men (premature ejaculation), nerve problems associated with diabetes (diabetic neuropathy), and chronic headaches.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), social anxiety disorder (social phobia), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and generalized anxiety disorders (GAD).
• Paroxetine should not be used in children less than 18 years of age.
• It has not been shown to be effective for depression in children and teenagers.
• Also, it may cause serious side effects in this age group (see Side Effects section).
• Consult the doctor or pharmacist for more details.
• SSRI's work by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters).

Paxil Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include.