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what are side effects of paxil (paroxetine) ?

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Paxil (paroxetine): Potential side effects w Paxil (paroxetine) include (but are not limited to):  insomnia, drowsiness, sexual dysfunction, v libido, v appetite, GI upset, heartburn, indigestion, belching, ^ gas, difficulty w urination ; nasal congestion.

Question 2

when will paxil (paroxetine) side effects go away?

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Within a week: Side-effects to Paxil (paroxetine) & other ssris are almost always reversible upon medication discontinuation.  Depending on other factors, such as liver disease and other serious problems, side-effects can be expected to resolve by one week post-cessation.

Question 3

side effects of increasing paxil (paroxetine) dosage?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Most patients do not experience side effects. For those that do, increasing the dose can lead to fear and reluctance. I always counsel patients, about to increase their medication, to recall any side effects when they started the med. They should expect the same side effects but to a lesser degree and shorter time.  This occurs because the relative change in dose is smaller with each increase.

Question 4

what are some side effects of taking paxil (paroxetine)?

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Paxil (paroxetine): Side effects include:suicidality, depression, seratonin syndrome, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, withdrawal syndrome, mania, seizures, hypronatremia, siadh, abnormal bleeding, glaucoma, pulmonary fibrosis, anaphylactic rxns, hypoglycemia, vasculitis, stevens-johnson syndrome, teratogenicity, others like nausea, dizziness, diarrhea, abnormal vision, tremor and others.

Question 5

what has been the side effects of paxil (paroxetine) on baby?

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Avoid in pregnancy: Paxil (paroxetine) has an fda rating of "d" (there is evidence of potential risk to the fetus).  Paxil (paroxetine) may cause heart defects or serious lung problems in a newborn if taken during pregnancy.  Some babies may experience a "discontinuation syndrome" after birth.  Take only the medications during pregnancy that a physician or psychiatrist directs you to take.

Question 6

what are the side effects of paxil (paroxetine) used long term ?

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None: If you are tolerating it and responding to it then there is nothing wrong with being on it indefinitely. There are no known long term side effects and it has been around for a long time. I usually try to stop it 1-2 years after the first episode. With recurrent episodes i recommend staying on it.

Question 7

paxil (paroxetine) was put at higher dose can i get side effects?

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Report to your doc: Whenever any medications being adjusted upward, side effects must be monitored more closely. For ssri's  watch for any irritability, anxiety, disturbance of sleep, gastric discomfort, or headache. Also the blackbox warning states to watch for any increase in suicidal thinking or behaviors consistent with that type of thinking. Remember only a small percentage of people will get side effects.

Question 8

what are the side effects of taking paxil (paroxetine) for hot falshes?

Accepted Answer

Weight gain: Ssri's like Paxil (paroxetine) can cause weight gain, dizziness, toouch or too little sleep, among other side effects.

Question 9

of paxil, (paroxetine) can you please help.are side effects remain permanently?

Accepted Answer

Almost never: Side-effects to Paxil (paroxetine) & other ssris are almost always reversible upon medication discontinuation.  Depending on other factors, such as liver disease and other serious problems, side-effects can be expected to resolve by one week post-cessation.

Question 10

is it alright that i take paxil (paroxetine) and i believe i am having side effects?

Accepted Answer

Pls be more specific: About ur side-effects. How long have u been taking paxil (paroxetine)? What's the dosage? What was Paxil (paroxetine) prescribed for? Have u spoke to ur prescriber?

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