Paxi 25mg Tablet CR
OSR Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablet cr in 1 strip
149.00

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol Pregnancy

USED FOR:
Depression Anxiety disorder Phobia

COMPOSITION:
Paroxetine (25mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
neuro cns

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Paxi 25mg Tablet CR may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

CAUTION
Pregnancy
CAUTION

Paxi 25mg Tablet CR is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Lactation
CAUTION

Paxi 25mg Tablet CR is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Paxi 25mg Tablet CR may make you feel dizzy, drowsy or affect your vision. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Paxi 25mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Paxi 25mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Paxi 25mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Paxi 25mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Paroxetine   25mg

Uses of Paxi Tablet CR
Paxi 25mg Tablet CR is used in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorder, phobia, post traumatic stress disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

How to use Paxi Tablet CR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Paxi 25mg Tablet CR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Paxi Tablet CR works
Paxi 25mg Tablet CR is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms in depression and relieves symptoms of panic and obsessive disorders.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Headache, Diarrhoea, Fatigue.

Expert advice for Paxi Tablet CR
It can take 2-3 weeks for Paxi to start working. Do not stop treatment suddenly as this may cause a stomach upset, flu-like withdrawal symptoms and sleep disturbance. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Paxi, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. If your doctor asks you to stop Paxi, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. The addiction/dependence potential of Paxi is very less. You may develop anxiety during initiation of therapy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Paxi available or sold over the counter?
No. Paxi is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter

Q. Is Paxi safe?
Yes. Paxi is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor

Q. Is Paxi a narcotic/controlled/addictive substance?
No. Paxi is not a narcotic/controlled substance. However, it can cause addiction in some cases because of its effects on the brain

Q. Is Paxi the same as Xanax?
No. Paxi is an anti-depressant while Xanax (alprazolam) is a sedative/anti-epileptic drug

Q. Is Paxi a MAOI/benzodiazepine/anti-depressant?
Paxi is not a MAOI (mono-amino oxidase inhibitor) or a benzodiazepine. It is an anti-depressant

Q. Does Paxi cause headache, weight loss, memory loss, hair loss, high blood pressure?
Yes. Paxi may cause headache, weight loss, memory loss, hair loss or high blood pressure. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor.