Henderson, NV
A 19-year-old male asked:
Me and my psych were talking about trying paxil (paroxetine) for anxiety/depression. i've tried many others. even though it's an older drug, is it a good option?
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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
maybe: It can be a very effective medication. It is sometimes associated with weight gain, feeling tired and usually requires a slow titration when it is stopped. Mood stabilizers are sometimes beneficial as well.
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Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 54 years experience
May be useful: Some patients have done well on Paxil (paroxetine) for both depression and anxiety, and if you have failed other meds, it is worth a try here.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
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Last updated Oct 4, 2016
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