Paxil Information:
Paxil (generic name: Paroxetine) is a drug which is prescribed for the treatment of symptoms of patients with depression. Paroxetine is an antidepressant, and belongs to the group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). In patients with any type of depression disorder, the chemicals in the brain become imbalanced. These chemicals are important to the workings of emotion and behavioural patterns. If an imbalance in these chemicals occurs, then this can cause emotional instability and issues, which can cause illnesses like depression and anxiety. In patients with depression, they may experience symptoms such as agitation and irritability, panic attacks, insomnia, hostility, unusual behaviour and thought patterns, suicidal tendencies, delusions and in some cases hallucinations (including visual and audible hallucinations). According to various sources, 1 in 4 people experience depression of some description in their lifetime, so drugs like Paxil to help control behaviour and emotions are very important to ensure that patients can live a more normal lifestyle.
Paxil Side Effects:
As with any drug, there may be side effects from taking Paxil including restlessness, mild headache, sleep problems, mild nausea, constipation, diarrhea, weight changes, decreased sex drive, impotence and dry mouth. More serious side effects may include unusual bone pain, swelling or bruising, unusual bleeding, agitation, hallucinations, fever, fast heart rate, overactive reflexes, very stiff muscles, high fever, sweating, confusion, fast or uneven heartbeat, tremors, feeling light headed, fainting, problems with memory and difficulty concentrating. If you experience any side effects you must seek medical attention immediately for safety.
Paxil Directions:
You should follow the instructions of the doctor who prescribed Paxil to you. Directions and dosage information can also be found on the pack or leaflet inside the pack. Paxil comes in tablet form. You should swallow Paxil whole with a glass of water. Paxil can be taken with or without food. Do not break, crush or chew Paxil as this may cause too much of the drug to be released at once which can cause undesirable effects. Paxil should be stored at room temperature away from direct sunlight and heat. It may take up to 4 weeks before you see an improvement in your symptoms.
Paxil Precautions:
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Paxil, you should avoid taking it and inform your doctor. You must consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing medical conditions including liver or kidney disease, a bleeding or blood clotting disorder, seizures or epilepsy, narrow angle glaucoma and bipolar disorder. You must consult your doctor if you are taking any other medications as they may interact with Paxil, including blood thinners, cimetidine, fentanyl, fosamprenavir, linezolid, ritonavir, St John’s Wort, tamoxifin, theophylline, tramadol, trypophan, heart medications, other antidepressants, psychiatric medications and almotriptan. It is important that you inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding as Paxil may cause harm to unborn and new born babies. As with most antidepressant drugs, for the first few weeks of taking the drug the risk of suicidal thoughts or tendencies is increased. If you have suicidal thoughts or feelings while taking Paxil you must consult the doctor immediately.
The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.
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