Description
What kind of drug is Paxil?
Chemical Name: PAROXETINE (pa-ROX-e-teen)
Paxil (Paroxetine)
Paxil is a medication that is used to treat depression, anxiety panic attacks, and other mental disorders. This medication works by balancing out a natural substance, serotine, in the brain. This medication is also known as a selective serotine reuptake inhibitor. Paxil medication helps in improving one's mood, allows you to sleep better, improves one's appetite and energy level. This medication is also used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorders, and even obsessive-compulsive disorder as well. It reduces the urge to perform tasks repeatedly such as washing your hands repetitively, counting, checking, etc.
You can purchase Paxil medication from Canada Pharmacy.
Directions
This medication is to be taken orally; you can take it with or without food as your doctor has directed you. This medication is taken once a day, usually in the morning; however, if you feel drowsy after taking it, you may talk to your doctor about taking it in the evenings instead. Taking this medication with some food will help in decreasing nausea. The dosage is based on your health, age, and your response to the treatment. To prevent the risk of side effects, your doctor may prescribe you a lower dosage initially.
Your doctor will then slowly increase your dosage; he might prescribe you with Paroxetine 10 mg and then increase it to paroxetine 20 mg. It is important that you follow your doctor's directions clearly. Do not stop taking the medication without consulting your doctor as you might experience withdrawal symptoms. Paroxetine taken for premenstrual problems is usually taken every day or just for two weeks before and on the first full day when you have your periods.
Ingredients
The active ingredient present in Paxil is Paroxetine hydrochloride.
Cautions
To ensure your safety, inform your doctor if you have the any of the conditions listed:
- If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding
- Allergic
- Bipolar disorder
- Liver problems
- Kidney problems
- Seizures
- Low sodium in the blood
- Peptic ulcer disease
- Glaucoma
Side Effects
Seek medical help if you have any signs of an allergic reaction to Paxil. Some side effects include:
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Troubled sleeping
- Fatigue
- Loss of appetite
- Increased sweating
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
Other serious side effects include
- Tremors
- Restlessness
- Decreased interest in sex
- Change in one's sexual ability
- Numbness
- Bleeding
- Irregular heartbeat
- Seizures
- Black stool
- Vomit that resembles coffee grounds
- Widened pupil
- Swelling and pain
- Vision changes
This list does not mention all the possible side effects one might experience.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Product Code : 1714