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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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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

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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Dr. Susan Uhrich answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

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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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Anxiety: Also, abstinence, rehab and life style changes are important.

Answered 7/18/2012

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