| What is Paroxetine?
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Paroxetine relieves a variety of emotional problems. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Paroxetine?
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Paroxetine side effects may include abnormal ejaculation, abnormal orgasm, constipation, decreased appetite, decreased sex drive, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, gas, impotence, male and female genital disorders, nausea, nervousness, sleeplessness, sweating, tremor, weakness,
and vertigo.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common Paroxetine side effects may include abdominal pain, abnormal dreams, abnormal vision, agitation, altered taste sensation, blurred vision, burning or tingling sensation, drugged feeling, emotional instability, headache, increased appetite, infection, itching, joint pain, muscle tenderness or weakness, pounding heartbeat, rash, ringing in ears, sinus inflammation, tightness in throat, twitching, upset stomach, urinary disorders, vomiting, weight gain, vertigo,
and yawning. Rare Paroxetine side effects may include abnormal thinking, acne, alcohol abuse, allergic reaction, asthma, belching, blood and lymph abnormalities, breast pain, bronchitis, chills, colitis, difficulty swallowing, dry skin, ear pain, exaggerated sense of well-being, eye pain or inflammation, face swelling, fainting, generally ill feeling, hair loss, hallucinations, heart and circulation problems, high blood pressure, hostility, hyperventilation, increased salivation, increased sex drive, inflamed gums, inflamed mouth or tongue, lack of emotions, menstrual problems, migraine, movement disorders, neck pain, nosebleeds, paranoid and manic reactions, poor
coordination, respiratory infections, sensation disorders, shortness of breath, skin disorders, stomach inflammation, swelling, teeth grinding, thirst, urinary disorders, vaginal inflammation, vision problems,
and weight loss. |
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| How is Paroxetine taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Paroxetine provided by your doctor.
Paroxetine is taken once a day, with or without food, usually in the morning. Inform your doctor if you are taking or plan to take any prescription or over-the-counter drugs, since they may interact unfavorably with
Paroxetine. Shake the oral suspension well before using. If you miss a
dose skip the forgotten dose and go back to your regular schedule with the next dose.
Do not take two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Paroxetine with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Paroxetine. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Paroxetine with alcohol, antidepressants, cimetidine, diazepam, digoxin,
flecainide, lithium, phenobarbital, phenytoin, procyclidine, propafenone,
propranolol, quinidine, sumatriptan, tryptophan, or warfarin. |
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| How should I store Paroxetine?
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Store Paroxetine at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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