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Just started paxil- feelings of choking, shaking, and tension in neck. is this normal? should i stop taking it? it's making me way more anxious.
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Paxil (paroxetine) : How much the dose ? Paxil (paroxetine) is ssri and good fir depression and anxiety but it can has also side effect , therefore , we start low and we go slow.., in addition since it has a shirt half life if u miss a dose u can have a lot of side effect.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Side Effects: This sounds like a significant side effects of paxil (paroxetine). I would definitely stop medicine and call your doctor and in the meantime if breathing or symptoms worsen go directly to er or urgent care.
Answered 1/4/2013
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