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What is the equivalent of paxil (paroxetine) 10 and paxil (paroxetine) 20 to zoloft? how long does it take paxil (paroxetine) to exit your body completely? how long does zoloft need to work

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They are different: Medications, can't just substitute one for another, everyone is different

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My doc started me on 20mg paxil (paroxetine). I was on 100mg zoloft. He said to take 50mg Zoloft as well for 2 weeks then stop, to prevent withdrawl. Is this true?

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