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Im taking paxil (paroxetine) but it make me lazy i sleep more what can i do to have more energy ?

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Ask your doc: Paxil (paroxetine) is a strong medicine that increases seratonin. It is unclear if the problem is this drug or it's dose. Regardless, if you are having fatigue it could be you need a different drug. Speak with your prescriber about this. In the meantime, be sure you eat regularly, healthy food, get good sleep, and exercise daily

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Answered 4/6/2015

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