Paxil (paroxetine) effect: Paxil, paroxetine, blocks the "reuptake"/uptake of serotonin between nerve cells in the brain. The location where it is believed to have effects in depression is in the orsolateral prefrontal cortex, particularly in the left side of the brain. When serotoni. Is inrrased in this area, depression symptoms progressivelt decrease. Serotonin level change creates side effects, that usully resolve.
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SSRI: Paxil (paroxetine) is a selective seritonin reuptake inhibitor. It is used to treat a number of conditions including depression, anxiety and ocd.
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Paxil: Paroxitine or Paxil is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that has been FDA approved for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder & Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
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