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Paroxitin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Paroxitin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Paroxitin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Paroxitin safe for pregnant women?
Paroxitin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Paroxitin safe during breastfeeding?
Paroxitin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Paroxitin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Paroxitin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Paroxitin on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Paroxitin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Paroxitin on the Heart?
Paroxitin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Paroxitin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Paroxitin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Paroxitin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Paroxitin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Paroxitin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Paroxitin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Paroxitin can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Paroxitin
It is safe to take Paroxitin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Paroxitin
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Paroxitin as it can have severe side effects.
No, Paroxitin is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking this drug.
Yes, Paroxitin can be taken with Xanax (alprazolam). No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Paroxitin along with Xanax (alprazolam) if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Paroxitin has been reported to cause temporary hair loss but this occurs very rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. This hair loss is temporary in nature and hair growth is restored after discontinuation of this drug. You are advised to inform your doctor and take prevention methods to stop hair fall as much as possible during the course of this drug.
Patients who are suffering from major depressive disorder may experience a change in suicidal behavior, and self-inflicting thought whether they are taking Paroxitin or not and this risk may remain till significant remission of depression. If you are experiencing mood fluctuations, life-threatening, distorted thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Paroxitin and amitriptyline cannot be taken together. Because this combination may increase serious side effects such as dry mouth, sedation, blurred vision, and urine retention. Before taking these two medicines together you must consult your doctor.
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Paxil® (paroxetine hydrochloride)
