Question 1

can paroxetine get you high?

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No: Paroxetine has many potential side effects, but does not make you &quot;high.&quot;  if you are bipolar and take it without a mood stabilizer though, you could become manic -- not the kind of &quot;high&quot; you might be seeking.

Question 2

what does paxil (paroxetine) do?

Accepted Answer

Paxil (paroxetine) effect: Paxil, paroxetine, blocks the "reuptake"/uptake of serotonin between nerve cells in the brain. The location where it is believed to have effects in depression is in the orsolateral prefrontal cortex, particularly in the left side of the brain. When serotoni. Is inrrased in this area, depression symptoms progressivelt decrease.  Serotonin level change creates side effects, that usully resolve.

Question 3

can you overdose and die on paroxetine?

Accepted Answer

Yes bit unlikely: An overdose with antidepressants like paroxetine alone is usually not fatal. However,  mixed with alcohol or other sedating drugs things can get bad in a hurry and you can die. Also if it is a child or an elderly person or someone who is medically ill and you take a large amount of paroxetine then death is a possible outcome. Keep all meds in a safe place & take only as directed by your dr.

Question 4

what are carpamezipime and paroxetine for?

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Carbamazepine?: Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant that is also useful as a mood stabilizer.  Paroxetine is an ssri antidepressant.  The combination could be used in bipolar disorder.

Question 5

whats the concern with paxil (paroxetine)?

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Paxil (paroxetine): Most concerns stem from the black box warning of increase suicidality, although rare, and the birth defects if taken during pregnancy.

Question 6

please describe the medication: paroxetine?

Accepted Answer

SSRI: Brand name paxil, (paroxetine) it's an ssri used for treating depression, anxiety, ocd, and several other conditions.  It is relatively fast acting.

Question 7

how long will paroxetine stay in your body?

Accepted Answer

24hrs: Pharmacokinetics of Paxil (paroxetine) include inactive metabolizes, and a 24hr half life.

Question 8

does one lose or gain weight on paroxetine?

Accepted Answer

Paxil (paroxetine): Dose related, mostly weight gain.

Question 9

how many hours does paxil (paroxetine) last ?

Accepted Answer

Paxil (paroxetine): the half life of Paxil (paroxetine) is 21 hours, meaning half of the drug is gone from your system in that time.  It generally takes 6 half life's for a drug to be completely gone from York system.  This would be 126 hours.

Question 10

can you overdose on too many paxil (paroxetine)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Paxil/paroxetine's max dose is 50-60 mg. Any medication can cause severe harm when taken in an overdose. Paxil is no exception. Follow the directions from your physician. If in an overdose situation, call 911 and get immediate help.

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