Side effect(s) of Paroxetine

Review the side-effects of Paroxetine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Most Common - Weakness, sweating, nausea, decreased appetite, drowsiness, dizziness, sleeplessness, tremor, nervousness, ejaculatory disturbance, and other male genital disorders.

   Body as a Whole - Headache.

   Heart - Palpitations and dilatation of blood vessels.

   Skin - Sweating and rash.

   Gastrointestinal - Nausea, dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, decreased appetite, flatulence and indigestion.

   Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain and weakness.

   Central Nervous System - Anxiety, tingling, decreased sexual activity and confusion.

   Eye and ENT - Respiration problems, blurred vision and taste perversion.

   Genitourinary - Ejaculatory disturbances, urinary frequency, urination disorder and female genital disorders.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Paroxetine

Paroxetine(Paxil) generic is an SSRI antidepressant, prescribed for major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder. It increases the amount of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain that helps maintain mental balance.