Paroxet 25mg Tablet SR
Mankind Pharma Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablet sr in 1 strip
132.00

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol Pregnancy

USED FOR:
Depression Anxiety disorder Phobia

COMPOSITION:
Paroxetine (25mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
neuro cns

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Paroxet 25mg Tablet SR may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

CAUTION
Pregnancy
CAUTION

Paroxet 25mg Tablet SR 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

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

Driving

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

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

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

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

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

Paroxetine   25mg

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

How to use Paroxet Tablet SR
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. Paroxet 25mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Paroxet Tablet SR works
Paroxet 25mg Tablet SR 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 Paroxet Tablet SR
It can take 2-3 weeks for Paroxet 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 Paroxet, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. If your doctor asks you to stop Paroxet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. The addiction/dependence potential of Paroxet is very less. You may develop anxiety during initiation of therapy.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

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

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

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