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Symptoms of overdose may include:
Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.
The symptoms of Paxil overdose may include:
- Coma, dizzine
ss, drowsiness, facial flushing, nausea, sweating, tremor, vomiting
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Adverse Effects
Gastrointestinal: - Frequent: Nausea and vomiting. Infrequent: Bruxism, buccal cavity disorders, dysphagia, eructation, gastroenteritis, gastrointestinal flu, glossitis, increased salivation, liver fu
nction tests abnormal, mouth ulceration, vomiting and diarrhea, rectal hemorrhage. Rare: Aphthous stomatitis, bloody diarrhea, bulimia, colitis, duodenitis, esophagitis, fecal impaction, fecal inconti
nence, gastritis, gingivitis, hematemesis, hepatitis, ileus, jaundice, melena, peptic ulcer, salivary gland enlargement, stomach ulcer, stomatitis, tongue edema, tooth caries.
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What is this Drug
Paxil (pa-ROX-uh-teen) is used to treat mental depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder (also known as social phobia), premenstr
ual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Paxil belongs to a group of medicines known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). These medicines are th
ought to work by increasing the activity of the chemical serotonin in the brain.
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How should this medicine be used?
Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor to benefit your condition as much as possible. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doct
or ordered.
Paxil may be taken with or without food or on a full or empty stomach. However, if your doctor tells you to take the medicine a certain way, take it exactly as directed.
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Cautions
The effects of Paxil during pregnancy have not been adequately studied. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Paxil appears in breast milk and could affect a
nursing infant. If this medication is essential to your health, your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding until your treatment with Paxil is finished.
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What special precautions should I follow?
Children¡XPaxil has not be shown to be safe and effective in children or adolescents, 18 years of age or younger. Children may be especially sensitive to the effects of Paxil for the treatment of depr
ssion. This may increase the chance of a child planning to commit suicide or attempting to commit suicide. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking this medication.
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