Paxotus 12.5mg Tablet
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablets in 1 strip
172.05

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol Pregnancy

USED FOR:
Depression Anxiety disorder Phobia

COMPOSITION:
Paroxetine (12.5mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
neuro cns

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Paxotus 12.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

CAUTION
Pregnancy
CAUTION

Paxotus 12.5mg Tablet 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

Paxotus 12.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Paxotus 12.5mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, drowsy or affect your vision. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Paxotus 12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Paxotus 12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Paxotus 12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Paxotus 12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Paroxetine   12.5mg

Uses of Paxotus Tablet
Paxotus 12.5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorder, phobia, post traumatic stress disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

How to use Paxotus Tablet
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. Paxotus 12.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Paxotus Tablet works
Paxotus 12.5mg Tablet 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 Paxotus Tablet
It can take 2-3 weeks for Paxotus 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 Paxotus, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. If your doctor asks you to stop Paxotus, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. The addiction/dependence potential of Paxotus is very less. You may develop anxiety during initiation of therapy.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

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

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

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

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