Paroxetine is an effective antidepressant in the treatment of symptoms and prevention of recurrence of depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic disorder, as well as being indicated in the treatment of Social Phobia.
Paroxetine can be purchased from conventional pharmacies under the trade name Pondera, Aropax or Cebrilin in the form of tablets.
Price of Paroxetine
The price of Paroxetine can vary between 15 and 50 reais, depending on the number of tablets in the product box.
Indications for paroxetine
Paroxetine is indicated for the treatment of depressive disorders, symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder.
How to use Paroxetine
The mode of use of paroxetine varies according to the problem to be treated, and it is recommended to:
- Depression and social anxiety disorder: recommended dose of 20 mg per day, not to exceed 50 mg.
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Recommended dose of 40 mg per day, not to exceed 60 mg.
- Panic disorder: recommended dose of 40 mg per day, not to exceed 50 mg.
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder: recommended dose of 20 mg per day, not to exceed 50 mg.
- Posttraumatic stress disorder: recommended dose of 20 mg per day, not to exceed 50 mg.
Side effects of Paroxetine
Side effects of paroxetine include nausea, drowsiness, excessive sweating, tremors, excessive tiredness, dry mouth, insomnia, sexual dysfunction, dizziness, constipation, diarrhea, decreased appetite, confusion, seizures, glaucoma, urinary retention, swelling or vertigo.
Contraindications of Paroxetine
Paroxetine is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to any component of the product, as well as in patients receiving MAO inhibitor therapy for up to two weeks after discontinuation.
