Paroxetine

Information About Paroxetine

Uses of Paroxetine

Paroxetine is commonly used in the treatment of anxiety disorder, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, phobia, and post traumatic stress disorder

How Paroxetine Works

Paroxetine works by inhibiting reuptake of serotonin. It also does not have any direct effect on any other neurotransmitters.

Side Effects of Paroxetine

Nausea, sexual dysfunction, Increased cholesterol levels, decreased appetite, somnolence, insomnia, agitation, abnormal dreams; dizziness, tremor, headache, blurred vision, yawning, constipation, Diarrhea, vomiting, dry mouth, sweating, asthenia, wt gain, sensory & sleep disturbances, anxiety.

Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Paroxetine Related Warnings

Alcohol Not Advisable

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Paroxetine. Consuming Paroxetine with alcohol will interfere with the way the medication works.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Paroxetine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. There is positive evidence of human fetal risk based on adverse reaction data from investigational or marketing experience or studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of Paroxetine in pregnant women despite potential risks.

Lactation Safe If Prescribed

Paroxetine is safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that Paroxetine does not represent a significant risk to the baby. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Generally Safe

Paroxetine usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

Paroxetine is probably safe to be used in patients with kidney disease unless severely impaired. However, please consult your doctor.

Liver Safe If Prescribed

Paroxetine is probably safe to be used in patients with liver disease unless severely impaired. However, please consult your doctor.