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    • PAXIL (Brand for PAROXETINE HCL)

    • QTY 90
    • 20 MG
    • Tablet
    • Near  77381

PAROXETINE (pa ROX e teen) treats depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). It increases the amount of serotonin in the brain, a hormone that helps regulate mood. It belongs to a group of medications called SSRIs.


PAXIL (Brand for PAROXETINE HCL) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Paroxetine Hydrochloride 20mg, Oral tablet

    Interaction: Grapefruit juice
    Severity: Major
    Notes for Consumers: Do not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit while taking this medication. Grapefruit may alter the effects of your medication. Serious side effects may occur. Contact your care team right away if you experience new or worsening side effects.
    Notes for Professionals: Advise patients to avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice during paroxetine treatment due to the risk of increased paroxetine exposure and adverse reactions. Paroxetine is a CYP2D6 substrate and grapefruit juice is a CYP2D6 inhibitor.

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