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Is paxil (paroxetine) fast acting?
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Not especially: All antidepressants including Paxil (paroxetine) need 4-6 weeks' consistent dosing for therapeutic effect. You may see some benefit before then, but it would not yet be a full trial.
Answered 12/27/2018
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Paxil (paroxetine): Full benefits for treating depression occur after 4-6 weeks.
Answered 12/27/2018
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Paxil: Like most SSRI's it will usually take 4 to 6 weeks to get most of the impact of a particular dose of Paxil
Answered 7/1/2020
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