Generic Paxil

Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) is intended for:

Treating depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), generalized and social anxiety disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, and panic disorders with or without the fear of being in open or public places. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain, which help to elevate moods.

Do NOT use Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) if:

you are allergic to any ingredient in Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine)
you are currently taking a phenothiazine (eg, thioridazine) or have taken a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor (eg, phenelzine) within the last 14 days

Call your doctor or health care provider immediately if any of these apply to you.

Before using Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) :

Some medical conditions may interact with Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine). Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding a baby
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of seizures or mania, have thoughts of suicide, or have attempted suicide
if you have severe liver or kidney disease, an illness that alters your metabolism or blood circulation response, or have had gastrointestinal bleeding
if you have a history of narrow-angle glaucoma

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine). Talk to your health care provider if you are taking any other medications, especially any of the following:

Cyproheptadine, risperidone, or sumatriptan because the effectiveness of Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) may be decreased.
Anorexiants (eg, phentermine), dextromethorphan, fenfluramine and its derivatives, l-tryptophan, MAO inhibitors (eg, phenelzine), selegiline, St. John's wort, tramadol, beta-blockers (eg, metoprolol), buspirone, butyrophenones (eg, haloperidol), cimetidine, clonazepam, linezolid, lithium, metoclopramide, nefazodone, sibutramine, sumatriptan, trazodone, or zolpidem because side effects such as serotonin syndrome and central nervous system toxicity may occur.
Astemizole, dextromethorphan, phenothiazines (eg, thioridazine), St. John's wort, terfenadine, tramadol, anticholinergics (eg, oxybutynin, scopolamine), anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), aripiprazole, beta-blockers (eg, metoprolol), butyrophenones (eg, haloperidol), clozapine, galantamine, H1 antagonists (eg, diphenhydramine), molindone, norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (eg, atomoxetine), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs) (eg, ibuprofen), pimozide, propafenone, risperidone, selegiline, trazodone, or tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline) because side effects associated with these medicines may be increased by Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine)
Atypical antipsychotics (eg, risperidone), because the risk of thromboembolic events (clots) may be increased
Barbiturate anesthetics (eg, thiopental) used for anesthesia during electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) because the risk of spontaneous seizure is increased

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) may interact with other medications that you take. Talk to your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) :

Use Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medication for exact dosing instructions.

Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) comes with an additional patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully and reread it each time you get Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) refilled.
Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) may be taken on an empty stomach or with food.
Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) is usually taken in the morning.
Symptoms usually improve within 1 to 4 weeks. Continue taking your medicine even though you feel better.
Take the missed dose of Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) that you are taking in the morning during the afternoon if you remember. If you do not remember until the next morning, skip the missed dose and resume your regular dosing schedule. If you miss a dose and you are taking one dose daily at bedtime and do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to catch up . If you miss more than one dose, call your doctor or pharmacist.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine).

Important safety information:

Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine). Using Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
Do NOT suddenly discontinue taking Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine). Suddenly stopping Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) may cause irritability, a state of feeling unwell or unhappy, agitation, dizziness, electric shock sensations, anxiety confusion, headache, lack of energy, mood swings, inability to sleep, or mild mania. If therapy is to be stopped, it should be gradually decreased.
Antidepressants can increase suicidal thoughts and actions in some children and teenagers, and possibly adults. This risk may be higher in individuals with bipolar illness (also called manic-depressive illness), a family history of bipolar illness, or a history of attempting suicide. Pay close attention to changes in moods or actions, especially if changes occur suddenly. Call your health care provider immediately if any of the following effects occur or worsen: depression, anxiety, restlessness or irritability, panic attacks, thoughts or attempts of suicide, or other unusual changes in behavior or mood.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine).
Additional monitoring of your condition is recommended at the start of treatment with Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) and whenever a change to your dose is made.
LAB TESTS, including liver function, kidney function, and complete blood cell counts, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep your appointments.
Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) is not recommended for use in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
If you experience a prolonged or painful erection, discontinue using Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) , and get immediate medical help or permanent problems can occur.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) may cause harm to an unborn baby. If you think you may be pregnant, you will need to discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) during pregnancy. Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) passes into breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding a baby while you are using Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) , talk to your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Paxil (Generic name - Paroxetine) :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Abnormal dreams; abnormal ejaculation; abnormal skin sensations; agitation; anxiety; back pain; blurred vision; constipation; decreased appetite; decreased sex drive; diarrhea; difficulty concentrating; difficulty reaching climax/orgasm; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; fatigue; female genital disorders; flushing; gas; headache; impotence; inability to sleep; infection (fever, chills, sore throat); inflamed sinuses; light-headedness; muscle pain; muscle twitch; nausea; nervousness; painful period; rash; runny nose; sleepiness; sore throat; stomach pain; sweating; temporary loss of personal reality; urinary frequency; urination disorder; vomiting; weakness; yawning.

Seek medical help immediately if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); abnormal bleeding; breathing problems; chest pain; extreme mood swings; heart problems; pounding in the chest; prolonged, painful erection; thoughts of hurting yourself; tremors; unusual bleeding or bruising; worsening of mood or mental state; seizures; worsening of depression.

What is the shelf life of the medications?

The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.