Paroxetine Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Paroxetine side effects include suicidal thoughts, headaches, decreased sex drive, agitation, anxiety, nervousness, difficulty with ejaculation, dizziness, dry mouth, fatigue, upset stomach, appetite loss, insomnia, rash, sleepiness, and vomiting. Rare Paroxetine side effects may include impotence, acne, abnormal dreams, low concentration, allergic reaction, hair loss, back pain, blindness, breast development in males, breast pain or enlargement, breathing difficulties, cataracts, chest pain, difficulty breathing, high blood pressure, hot flushes, inflammation of the penis, throbbing heartbeat, vaginal inflammation, hemorrhage, and urinary pain.

Paroxetine Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Paroxetine side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.

Paroxetine is given to treat depression that lasts for over 2 weeks, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), bulimia, anorexia, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), borderline personality disorder, anxiety disorder, migraine and chronic headaches, post traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia and social phobias. Main ingredientin in Paroxetine is Paroxetine Mesylate. Paroxetine belongs to the family of drugs known as Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) that block the movement of the neurotransmitter (chemical messengers) serotonin into nerve endings. Serotonin is believed to govern moods and is quickly reabsorbed after its release at the nerve endings. SSRIs such as Paroxetine slow this process, thus boosting the levels of serotonin in the brain. It usually takes 10-14 days for Paroxetine to start working.

Paroxetine Overdose

Paroxetine overdose symptoms include seizures, nausea, agitation, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, vomiting, coma, fainting, mania, and high or low blood pressure. In case of a Paroxetine overdose, seek medical attention right away.

PAROXETINE WARNING

Unless the condition is significantly improved, possibility of suicide while taking Paroxetine exists especially in severely depressed patients.

Paroxetine is not recommended for children and teens as it could increase the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior.

If you have a kidney or liver disorder, or have had seizures, your physician may limit your dosage. Caution is advised.

Paroxetine may impair the ability to drive or operate machinery. Use caution until you know how the Paroxetine affects you.

PAROXETINE CAUTION

Do not take Paroxetine within 2 weeks of taking any drug classified as an MAO inhibitor. Serious and sometimes fatal reactions can occur.

SSRIs like Paroxetine should be used with caution by people with seizures.

Do not combine Paroxetine with herbs like St.John's Wort, Kava, Hop, or Ginseng.

PAROXETINE AND PREGNANCY

Pregnant women using SSRIs like Paroxetine are more likely to deliver prematurely or going to have babies with major abnormalities. Paroxetine pass into breast milk. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feeding while Paroxetine.

PAROXETINE INTERACTION

There should be an interval of 2 weeks between stopping Paroxetine and starting an MAOI antidepressant.

Do not drink alcoholic beverages while taking Paroxetine. Use over-the-counter (OTC) medicines such as Aspirin, Ibuprofen, or Aleve with caution.

Do not combine Paroxetine with herbs like St.John's Wort, Kava, Hop, or Ginseng.

It is imperative to check with your physician before combining Paroxetine with the following:

Blood thinners
Cimetidine
Crystodigin
Flecainide
Imitrex
Lithium
MAO inhibitor drugs
Other serotonin-boosting drugs
Other antidepressants
Propafenone
Sumatriptan
Tolbutamide
Valium
Warfarin

PAROXETINE DOSES

ADULTS
The usual starting dose is 20-60mg a day.
Seniors and people with liver or kidney condition may need a lower dose.

CHILDREN
Paroxetine is not recommended for children and teens as it could increase the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior.

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