A member asked:

While taking paxil (paroxetine) i get much more drunk. why? i need to explain this to my friends because they don't believe me...

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Do not drink: First, alcohol is a depressant. Drinking it when on an anti-depressant is unwise and not ever recommended. Second, your liver is working overtime already with the Paxil (paroxetine). It would be wise not to drink when depressed and in treatment for depression.

Answered 7/3/2014

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Paxil (paroxetine): Common side effect is sedation, depending on dose.

Answered 4/26/2015

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