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A member asked:
Could paxil (paroxetine) and zoloft be taken together?
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Why?: I'm wondering why you'd want to take 2 drugs in the same class? Depending on the doses of each, it could result in serotonin syndrome. I recommend against this.
Answered 11/18/2013
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Yes: Yes, it is possible to take both of them together. However, the overall dose of each should be lowered since they will raise each others blood levels. Also, there remains a rare risk of serotonin syndrome and an increased incidence of difficulty reaching orgasm.
Answered 9/1/2019
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Paxil/Zoloft: Not advised, since both belong to same group of Antidepressants (SSRIs).
Answered 5/18/2015
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