What is Paroxetine?
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TYPES:Generic: ParoxetineBrand:
Paroxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant used in the treatment of depression as well as anxiety disorders.
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How do members experience Paroxetine?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depressed mood | 3,812 | 338 | |
| Post-traumatic stress disorder | 3,721 | 106 | |
| Social anxiety disorder | 560 | 100 | |
| Mild depression | 408 | 34 | |
| Anxious mood | 215 | 80 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Weight gain | 36 | |
| Decreased sex drive (libido) | 32 | |
| Sexual dysfunction | 25 | |
| Nausea | 20 | |
| Headaches | 17 | |
| Dizziness | 13 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 86 | |
| Moderate | 128 | |
| Mild | 159 | |
| None | 250 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Oct 31, 2004
- Perceived effectiveness for Misdiagnosed menopause symptoms: None
- Side effects: Severe
juliaR
evaluated on Jun 05, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for panic attacks: Moderate
- Side effects: Mild
Eliza
evaluated on May 20, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for depressed mood: Major
- Side effects: Mild
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