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Which is better for chronic anxiety from excessive alcohol use over a 10 year period paxil (paroxetine) or lexapro?
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Alcohol: Both are worth a try, with Paxil (paroxetine) being more sedating. Ofcourse, the best treatment is total abstinence first.
Answered 5/7/2016
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The best medication: Is the one that works for you with the fewest side effects. For each person that can mean a different medication or dosage, .
Answered 9/7/2013
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Anxiety: Also, abstinence, rehab and life style changes are important.
Answered 7/18/2012
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