Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) Usage, Directions, Indication and Instructions
• Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) is used to treat depression and bipolar disorder together with other medication (mood that changes from depressed to abnormally excited).
• Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) is used to treat obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD-bothersome thoughts that won't go away and the need to perform certain actions over and over), generalized anxiety disorder (excessive worrying that is difficult to control), and posttraumatic stress disorder (disturbing psychological symptoms that develop after a frightening experience)
• Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) is used to treat panic disorder (sudden, unexpected attacks of extreme fear and worry about these attacks), and social anxiety disorder (extreme fear of interacting with others or performing in front of others that interferes with normal life).
• Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) is also used to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
• Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) is also sometimes used to treat chronic headaches, tingling in the hands and feet caused by diabetes, and certain male sexual problems.
Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) Adverse Reactions, Precautions and Warning
• You should know that your mental health may change in unexpected ways when you take Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) or other antidepressants even if you are an adult over age 24. You may become suicidal, especially at the beginning of your Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) treatment and any time that your dose is increased or decreased.
• You, your family, or your caregiver should call your doctor right away if you experience any of the following symptoms: new or worsening depression; thinking about harming or killing yourself, or planning or trying to do so; extreme worry; agitation; panic attacks; difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep; aggressive behaviour; irritability; acting without thinking; severe restlessness; and frenzied abnormal excitement.
• You should inform your doctor if you use or have ever used street drugs or have overused prescription medications, if you have recently had a heart attack, and if you have or have ever had glaucoma (an eye disease); seizures; bleeding from your stomach or esophagus (tube that connects the mouth and stomach) or liver, kidney, or heart disease.
• Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) affects you.
• Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) may cause other side effects.
• Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®).
Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) Dosage and Administration
• The recommended dosage of Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic disorder is 40 mg daily.
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder’s (OCD) starting dose is Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) 20 mg per day and for panic disorder dosage is Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) 10 mg per day and both should not exceed 60 mg per day.
• Take Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) as directed by your doctor strictly.
Important
• Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) controls your condition but does not cure it.
• Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) may take several weeks or longer before you feel the full benefit.
• Continue taking Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) even if you feel well.
• Do not stop Paroxetine (Generic Paxil®) without talking to your doctor.
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