| Common Brand Name(s) |
| Paxil Tablet |
| Uses |
| This medicine is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive
disorder (OCD), generalized and social anxiety disorders,
posttraumatic stress disorder, and panic disorders with or without
the fear of being in open or public places. |
| Contraindications |
| Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any
ingredient in this medicine; you are currently taking or have taken
a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor within the last 14 days; you are
currently taking thioridazine |
| How To Use |
| How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on
many factors, including the condition being treated, your age, and
weight. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency
of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider.
Carefully read the patient leaflet provided with this medicine and
reread it each time you get this prescription refilled. Take this
medicine exactly as directed by your health care provider. This
medicine may be taken without regard to food. Symptoms usually
improve within 1 to 4 weeks. Continue taking your medicine even
though you feel better. This medicine may cause dizziness or
drowsiness. Use caution while driving or performing other tasks
requiring alertness, coordination, or physical dexterity. Do not
take this medicine if you are currently taking or have taken an MAO
inhibitor within the last 14 days. If you are uncertain whether your
other medications contain an MAO inhibitor, check with your health
care provider. Do not stop taking this medicine without checking
with your doctor. Stopping this medicine suddenly may cause certain
side effects, such as dizziness, nausea, sweating, agitation;
abnormal skin sensations, and abnormal dreams. Do not take more
medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your doctor or
health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or
prescription medicines without talking with your doctor. This
includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements. Contact
your health care provider at once if you feel you have taken too
much of this medicine. |
| Side Effects |
| Nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, diarrhea, trouble sleeping, constipation, or dry mouth may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: loss of appetite, unusual or severe mental/mood changes, increased sweating/flushing, unusual fatigue, uncontrolled movements (tremor), decreased interest in sex. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: blurred vision, changes in sexual ability, painful and/or prolonged erection, change in amount of urine. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: fainting, irregular heartbeat, muscle pain, trouble swallowing, unusual swelling, seizures, easy bruising or bleeding, tingling or numbness of the hands/feet. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. |
| Precautions |
| Before using this medicine, tell your health care
provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning
to become pregnant, or breastfeeding; if you are taking any
prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation,
or dietary supplement; if you have a history of seizures or mania;
if you have thoughts of suicide; if you have severe liver or kidney
problems; if you have a history of substance or alcohol abuse; if
you have a history of narrow-angle glaucoma; if you have any other
medical condition |
| Overdose |
| If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, fast heartbeat and dilated pupils. |
| Notes |
| If you have any questions about this medicine, please
talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. |
| Missed Dose |
| If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several
hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not
double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your doctor. If more
than one dose is missed, contact your doctor or pharmacist. |
| Storage |
| Store between 59 and 86 degrees F. |
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