Product Description

Paxil Use

Paxil (paroxetine HCl) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as a safe and effective treatment for Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

How Paxil works

Paxil blocks serotonin from being reabsorbed back into the sender nerve cell. This process increases the amount of serotonin available to be absorbed by the receiver cell and can help message transmission return to normal.

How to take Paxil

Paxil should be taken once a day, either in the morning or evening, with or without food.

Paxil precautions

Medicines known as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), thioridazine or pimozide should not be taken while you are taking Paxil.

What to tell your doctor

Be sure to tell your healthcare provider about any prescription and over-the-counter medications that you are taking.

Paxil side effects

A common side effect of Paxil is nausea, which may be lessened by taking it with food. Other side effects may include infection, diarrhea, dry mouth, constipation, decreased appetite, sleepiness, dizziness, sexual side effects, nervousness, tremor, yawning, sweating, weakness or insomnia.