Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] is a psychotropic drug that is used for treating a large number of mental illnesses like suicidal thoughts and depression. Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] is available in the form oral suspension and tablets and has to be only taken under doctor’s supervision.
Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] is considers to be a highly effective antidepressant that worlds by inhibits serotonin uptake in human platelets thereby controlling the activities of the central nervous system. Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] is easily absorbed by the human body and it takes almost 21 hours to completely eliminate the effect of this drug from the body. Before starting with Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] it is always advisable to contact your doctors and ask them about all the treatments choices, risks and benefits that are associated with the use of this antidepressant medicine.
It is important to remember that during the initial weeks or months of treatments Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] users may actually feel and increase in their suicidal thoughts. This may especially be the case with the bipolar patients that have been prescribed Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride]. Therefore careful monitoring of the patient taking Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] is very essential especially when the drug is started or modifications are made in the prescribed doses. A regular follow up with your doctor is essential when you are taking Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride]. The guardian or the person looking after the patient should immediately consult the physician in case of sudden mood swings or if they notice any change in the patients thoughts, feelings or behavior.
Patients taking Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] should not abruptly stop taking this antidepressant medication as they can experience severe withdrawal symptoms. Also take the medication daily at the same time. If you forget taking the medicine dose, take it at the next scheduled time. Don’t take two doses of the medicine at once. Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] is approved by FDA.
How to use
Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] has to be taken exactly as per doctors’ prescription. The dosage of Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] may depend upon the age of the patient and also severity of the problem. Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] can cause drowsiness or even make patients wakeful. Depending upon the situation, Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] may be prescribed during the day time or at night. Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] can be taken with our without food, though it is better to take it with food to avoid nausea feeling. Doctors will start with small doses of Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] and will gradually increase the doses. It may take couple of weeks to notice some improvement but would take some months to completely cure the patient. As this is an habit forming drug prolonged use of this medication has to be avoided. Only recommended doses of this medication should be taken as low or high doses can cause severe side effects.
Side Effects
Common side effect seen by Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] users include weakness, dryness of skin and mouth, drowsiness or wakefulness, headache and constant yawning. Patients may also experience sever mood swings, tremors, restlessness, numbness or tingling, blurred vision and change in sexual ability. Doctors should be consulted immediately if the problem persists. In extreme rare cases patients may experience seizures, faint, easy bleeding or bruising, blood in stools and irregular heartbeat. If the patient starts hallucinating, experience unexplained fever, vomit or have diarrhea doctors should be called immediately.
Drug Interaction
Tell doctors about any other medication you are taking before using Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride]. Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] could have negative interaction when taken with:
• MAO inhibitors like linezolid, phenelzine etc or sibutramine if taken within two weeks of using this antidepressant medicine
• Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] could prove to be fatal when taken with pimozide or thioridazine
• Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] can interact negatively with diuretics, medicines that can cause bruising and bleeding, NSAID and other antidepressants like cimetidine, metoprolol etc.
• Avoid taking it with drugs that can cause dizziness like cough syrupsm antihistamines, antiseizure drugs, narcotic pain reliever, sleep and anxiety medicine etc.
Uses
Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] is selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor that can be used for treating depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder and all its associated symptoms
Other Uses
Paroxetine is also used occasionally to treat headaches, diabetic leg pain, and premature ejaculation. Talk to your doctor about the possible risks of using this drug for your condition.
This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Storage
Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] should be stored at room temperature between 15-30 degree Celsius away from light and moisture. Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] should be kept away from pets and small children. Don’t store this medication in bathroom and never flush unused medicine down your toilet.
Precaution
Following precautions should be kept in mind by the Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] antidepressant users:
• Tell your physician in advance if you are allergic to paroxetine or any such medicine
• Inform doctor if you have a medical or family history of suicides, bipolar disease, liver or kidney problems, suffer from glaucoma, stomach or intestine ulcers and dehydration. Special care has to be taken by elders that also take some form of diuretics
• Avoid indulging in activities which requires high alertness after taking this medication as Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] can make you feel drowsy
• Paxil [paroxetine hydrochloride] should not be used by pregnant ladies and feeding mothers.
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