Question 1

Who should take Paroxetine?

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Paroxetine is not right for everyone. Only your healthcare provider can decide if Paroxetine is right for you.
Do not take paroxetine if you are allergic to paroxetine or also taking pimozide, thioridazine, or tryptophan.
Do not use paroxetine 14 days before or 14 days after you have taken a MAO inhibitor, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine or methylene blue injection. When stopping taking paroxetine, you must wait at least 14 days before taking a MAO inhibitor.
Notify your REGENX Health doctor if you are taking any other psychiatric or anti-depressant medications or if you take medication for migraine headaches.
Some younger patients have thoughts about suicide when first taking an antidepressant, including paroxetine. Stay alert to changes in your mood or symptoms and alert family members to pay attention to your progress. Report any new or worsening symptoms to your REGENX Health doctor.
Children under the age of 18 are not approved to take paroxetine. Only those who have specifically been prescribed paroxetine should take it. Never share paroxetine with others, even if their symptoms are similar, as it may cause serious harm.

Question 2

Is paroxetine contraindicated (mix poorly) with other drugs?

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Taking paroxetine with other drugs that make you sleepy can worsen this effect. Ask your doctor before taking a sleeping pill, narcotic medication, muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety, depression, or seizures.
Ask your doctor before taking paroxetine in combination with a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for pain, arthritis, fever, or swelling. This includes aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), celecoxib (Celebrex), diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam, and others. Using an NSAID with paroxetine may cause you to bruise or bleed easily.
Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using, especially:
Pimozide, thioridazine, or tryptophan
Isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, or methylene blue injection
Cimetidine (Tagamet), St. John's wort, tamoxifen, tryptophan (sometimes called Ltryptophan), or warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven)
Heart rhythm medicine
HIV or AIDS medications
Certain medicines to treat narcolepsy or ADHD, including amphetamine, atomoxetine, dextroamphetamine, Adderall, Dexedrine, Evekeo, Vyvanse, and others
Narcotic pain medicines including fentanyl and tramadol
Medicines to treat anxiety, mood disorders, thought disorders, or mental illness, such as buspirone, lithium, other antidepressants, or antipsychotics
Migraine headache medicines, including sumatriptan, rizatriptan, zolmitriptan, and others
Seizure medicines, including phenobarbital and phenytoin
This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with paroxetine, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.

Question 3

What are the common side effects of Paroxetine?

Accepted Answer

Paroxetine can cause common side effects including:
Headache
Vision changes
Weakness
Dizziness
Nausea or vomiting
Sweating or shaking
Anxiety
Sleep problems (insomnia) or drowsiness
Loss of appetite
Constipation
Diarrhea
Dry mouth or yawning
Decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm
Seek medical help immediately if you experience:
Signs of an allergic reaction, including skin rash or hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat
Agitation
Hallucinations
Muscle stiffness or twitching
Loss of coordination
Dizziness
Warm or tingly feeling
Diarrhea
Fever
Sweating
Tremors
Racing heartbeats
Seizure or convulsions
Stop taking paroxetine and seek help immediately if you experience:
Racing thoughts, decreased need for sleep, unusual risktaking behavior, feelings of extreme happiness or sadness, being more talkative than usual;
Blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
Unusual bone pain or tenderness, swelling or bruising;
Changes in weight or appetite;
Easy bruising, unusual bleeding (nose, mouth, vagina, or rectum), coughing up blood;
Agitation, hallucinations, fever, fast heart rate, overactive reflexes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of coordination, fainting;
Report any new or worsening symptoms to your doctor, such as:
Mood or behavior changes
Anxiety
Panic attacks
Trouble sleeping
If you feel impulsive, irritable, agitated, hostile, aggressive, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), more depressed, or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself

Question 4

What are the uncommon side effects of paroxetine?

Accepted Answer

Uncommon side effects of paroxetine may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension, vasodilation, peripheral edema, chest pain, ischemic heart disease, myocardial infarction, or thrombophlebitis
Psychiatric conditions such as anxiety, depression, or disturbance in mood
Respiratory conditions such as dyspnea, increased frequency of coughs, pharyngitis, bronchitis, rhinitis, or sinusitis
Hematologic conditions such as anemia, deep vein thrombosis, leukopenia, or thromboembolic disorder
Immunologic conditions such as immune hypersensitivity reaction or lymphedema
Neurologic conditions such as cerebral ischemia
Musculoskeletal, bone, and connective tissue conditions such as joint paint or stiffness, trigger finger, reductions in bone mineral density, arthralgia, arthritis, backache, osteoporosis, fracture of bone, or bone pain
Nervous system conditions such as asthenia, headache, insomnia, somnolence, carpal tunnel syndrome, dizziness, or sensory disturbances (including taste loss, taste perversion, and paresthesia)
Gastrointestinal conditions such as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Skin and subcutaneous tissue conditions such as rash, allergic reactions, hair thinning (alopecia), urticaria, erythema multiforme, anaphylactic reaction, StevensJohnson Syndrome, or angioedema
Hepatobiliary disorders such as increases in alkaline phosphatase, alkaline aminotransferase, aspartate amino-transferase, gamma-GT and bilirubin, or hepatitis
Metabolism and nutritional conditions such as anorexia or hypercholesterolemia
Other conditions such as pain, cancer, tumor flare, urinary tract infections, or cataracts

Question 5

Is there a warning on ability to drive or use machinery?

Accepted Answer

Paroxetine may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive, operate machine, or do anything that requires you to be alert.

Question 6

What happens if I miss a dose?

Accepted Answer

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose only if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take an extra dose to make up the missed dose.

Question 7

What happens if I overdose?

Accepted Answer

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of paroxetine can be fatal. Signs and symptoms of an overdose may include excessive tiredness, nausea, vomiting, shaking, confusion, dizziness, fainting, or seizures.

Question 8

What does my healthcare provider need to know before I take paroxetine?

Accepted Answer

Your physician or healthcare provider must know all medications and non-prescription drugs or medicines you are currently as well as all your medical problems, particularly including:
Heart disease, high blood pressure, or history of stroke
Liver or kidney disease
A bleeding or blood clotting disorder
Seizures or epilepsy
Migraine headaches
Bipolar disorder (manic depression) or a history of drug abuse or suicidal thoughts
Narrowangle glaucoma
Low levels of sodium in your blood

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