Paroxat| 20Mg | 30Tab

What is Paroxat?

The drug belongs to the family of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), which work by increasing the level of serotonin in the nervous system known for its mood-enhancing and antidepressant effect, and it has fewer unwanted effects than older antidepressants.

What are the uses of Paroxat?

    Treat depression.

    Treating some types of panic attacks.

    Obsessive-compulsive disorder treatment.

    Treatment of social anxiety disorder.

    Generalized anxiety disorder treatment.

    Anxiety disorder treatment.

    Treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder.

Paroxetine and premature ejaculation

The role of the drug in delaying premature ejaculation is due to its ability to raise the level of serotonin, which improves mood, increases sexual desire, and delays ejaculation as a side effect of the drug.

What are the contraindications for the use of Paroxat?

It is forbidden to use the drug without consulting a specialist doctor in the following cases:

    Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

    Do not administer concomitantly with MAOIs until 14 days after discontinuing them.

    It should not be given concomitantly with pimozide (an antipsychotic) or with thioridazine.

What are the side effects of Paroxat?

Side effects of this medicine:

     drowsiness or restlessness;

    a headache.

    dizziness or nausea

    constipation or diarrhea

    Dryness in the mouth.

    excessive sweating

    Decreased sexual desire or ability.

    ejaculation problems

    Muscle weakness, weight gain or loss.

What are the precautions for using Paroxat?

Use with caution under the supervision of a doctor in the following cases:

    In the event of diseases or disorders in the heart or arteries.

    If you suffer from problems with kidney or liver function.

    In the event of narrow-angle glaucoma or epilepsy.

    In the event of use by children or the elderly, due to their increased sensitivity to the side effects that may be caused by the treatment.

Paroxetine and lactation

The drug is excreted in the milk of a nursing mother, so it is recommended to avoid it during the lactation period, unless with the permission of the doctor.

Paroxetine and pregnancy

It is not recommended to use the drug during pregnancy, as it may harm the fetus (especially when used in the first trimester of pregnancy), and pregnancy should be avoided during the treatment period.