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Paxil CR
Drug Uses
Paxil is an agent in a newer class of antidepressant
medication known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
(SSRIs). Depression and anxiety disorders might be caused
by a chemical imbalance in the brain. One of these chemicals
is serotonin, which helps send electrical signals from
one nerve cell to another. In the process, serotonin
is released from one nerve cell (the sender) and travels
to the next (the receiver), where it is either absorbed
or returns back to the original sender cell.
How Taken
Paxil comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually
taken once daily and may be taken with or without food.
Do not take more or less of it or take it more often
than prescribed by your doctor. Continue to take Paxil
even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Paxil without
talking to your doctor, especially if you have taken
large doses for a long time. Your doctor probably will
want to decrease your dose gradually. This drug must
be taken regularly for a few weeks before its full effect
is felt. Warnings/Precautions
Before taking Paxil, tell your doctor if you have liver
disease, kidney disease, seizures or epilepsy, or a
manic disorder or suicidal thoughts. You may not be
able to take Paxil, or you may need a dosage adjustment
or special monitoring during treatment if you have any
of the conditions listed above. Paxil is in the FDA
pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known
whether it will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not
take Paxil without first talking to your doctor if you
are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
Paxil passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing
baby. Do not take Paxil without first talking to your
doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However,
if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed
dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not
take a double dose to make up for a missed one. Possible Side Effects
If you experience any of the following serious side
effects, stop taking Paxil and contact your doctor immediately
or seek emergency medical treatment: an allergic reaction
(difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling
of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); an irregular
heartbeat or pulse; low blood pressure (dizziness, weakness);
high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision);
unusual bleeding or bruising; or fever or chills. Less
serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue
to take Paxil and talk to your doctor if you experience
headache; tremor, nervousness, or anxiety; nausea, diarrhea,
dry mouth, or changes in appetite or weight; sleepiness
or insomnia; or decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty
having an orgasm. Side effects other than those listed
here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side
effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Storage
Store at controlled room temperature between 20-25?C
(68-77?F). Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.
Symptoms of a Paxil overdose include nausea, vomiting,
tremor, seizures, agitation, drowsiness, hyperactivity,
and enlarged pupils. More Information
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Paxil may cause dizziness
or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness,
avoid these activities. Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol
may increase drowsiness or dizziness while taking Paxil.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes
only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your medication. This is only
general information, and should not be relied on for
any purpose. It should not be construed as containing
specific instructions for any particular patient. We
disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability
of this information, and/or any consequences arising
from the use of this information, including damage or
adverse consequences to persons or property, however
such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either
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