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I was just put on paxil (paroxetine) today. when should i start? tonight or tomorrow am. never taken it before so any knowledge on it would be great

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Paxil (paroxetine): There is no specific time to take paxil (paroxetine). But if it causes you to be drowsy - would take it at night. Once you determine when you will take it - try to take it around the same time each day. Take care.

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Answered 12/24/2015

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