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Paroxet 10 MG Tablet

Manufacturer :  Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Paroxetine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Paroxet 10 MG Tablet

Paroxet 10 MG Tablet is an antidepressant that is used in the treatment of various mental disorders such as OCD, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The Brisdelle brand of Paroxet 10 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of hot flashes and night sweats that comes from menopause. It is sold under the trade names Paxil and Seroxat.

On using Paroxet 10 MG Tablet the common side effects that you may experience are dryness of the mouth, reduced appetite, drowsiness, insomnia, problems with ejaculation, agitation, chest pain, skin rash, difficulty in breathing, lightheadedness, dizziness, fast or irregular heartbeat, fever, restlessness, speech problems, blurred vision, acidity, abdominal pain, cough, darkening of the urine and shakiness. Notify your doctor immediately if you have suicidal thoughts, hallucinations, coordination issues and convulsion. Before using this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

  • If you are pregnant, or are planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding a baby.
  • If you have low sodium levels.
  • If you have a history of seizures or epilepsy.
  • If you have a history of glaucoma.
  • If you have liver, heart or kidney diseases.
  • If you are taking any prescriptive or over the counter drugs, herbal medications or dietary supplements. As interaction with certain drugs especially anti-inflammatory ones such as NSAID may cause certain harmful reactions.

The dosage for Paroxet 10 MG Tablet will be prescribed by your doctor as per your medical history, age, gender, the current medical condition and what reactions you have after the first course of medicine. Paroxet 10 MG Tablet is available in both tablet and liquid form. Generally the usual dose in adults is about 20 mg (tablet/suspension) orally once in a day.

    What are the uses of Paroxet 10 MG Tablet

    • Depression

      This medicine is used for the treatment of acute episodes of depression associated with chemical imbalance in the brain.

    • Social Anxiety Disorder

      This medicine is used for the treatment of a mental condition characterized by an abnormal fear during normal social situations.

    • Panic Disorder

      This medicine is used for the treatment of panic disorder and associated symptoms like overwhelming anxiety and fear coupled with increased heart rate, trembling, numbness and tingling sensation.

    • Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

      This medicine is used to treat depression, tension, and irritability occurring 5-11 days before the start of a menstrual cycle.

    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Ocd)

      This medicine is used for the treatment of a disorder where a person is driven to do compulsive tasks caused by obsessive thoughts.

    • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (Ptsd)

      This medicine is used for the treatment of anxiety, sleeplessness and other behavioral changes after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event.

    • Anxiety

      This medicine is used for the treatment of general anxiety caused due to excessive thinking about life, work, relationships etc.

    • Postmenopausal Symptoms

      This medicine is used to treat symptoms like anxiety, mood swings, fear etc associated with menopause in women.

    What are the contraindications of Paroxet 10 MG Tablet ?

    • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)

      This medicine is not recommended for use while a MAOI medicine (Rasagiline/Selegiline/methylene blue etc.) is being consumed. This medicine should be consumed at least 14 days after stopping the use of MAOI medicines.

    • Thioridazine

      This medicine is not recommended for use if the patient is taking Thioridazine (medicine used to treat schizophrenia).

    • Pimozide

      This medicine is not recommended for use if the patient is taking Pimozide (anti psychotic medicine).

    • Allergy

      This medicine is not recommended for use if you a known history of allergy to Paroxet 10 MG Tablet or any other ingredient present with it.

    What are the side effects of Paroxet 10 MG Tablet ?

    • Suicidal Thinking And Behaviour

    • Serotonin Syndrome (Agitation, Hallucinations, Seizures, Nausea)

    • Irregular Heart Beat

    • Shaking Of Hands Or Feet

    • Dizziness

    • Chills

    • Blurred Vision

    • Nausea Or Vomiting

    • Dry Mouth

    • Constipation

    • Muscle Stiffness

    • Decreased Sexual Urge

    • Difficulty In Passing Urine

    • Rapid Weight Loss

    • Photosensitivity

    • Unusual Bleeding

    • Racing Thoughts

    • Reckless Behavior

    • Unusual Tiredness And Weakness

    Key highlights of Paroxet 10 MG Tablet

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The time for which this medicine remains effective in the body is not clearly established. Dosing, duration and the condition for which this medicine is given determine the effective time duration.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect of this medicine is cumulative and may take months to show. It varies depending on the intended use and the dosing.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Use of this medicine by pregnant women is not recommended as the risk of adverse effect on the fetus is very high. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy while taking this medicine.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies were reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Use of this medicine by breastfeeding women is not recommended unless necessary. If necessary, your doctor may advise you to stop breastfeeding before treatment with this medicine is initiated.

    What are the substitutes for Paroxet 10 MG Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Paroxet 10 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Missed Dose instructions

      Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If the next scheduled dose is less than 4 hours away, then the missed dose should be skipped.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Contact a doctor immediately if an overdose with this medicine is suspected. Symptoms of an overdose may include agitation, hallucinations, convulsions, nausea, drowsiness, fast or slow heartbeat, and convulsions.

    How does this medication work?

    Paroxet 10 MG Tablet works by selectively inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin. This results in higher concentrations of serotonin in the brain.,

      What are the interactions of Paroxet 10 MG Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Ethanol

        Avoid or limit the uptake of alcohol while using this medicine. It is advised to refrain from driving vehicles and operating heavy machinery while using this medicine.
      • Interaction with Lab Test

        Lab

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Linezolid

        Report the use of either of the medicines to the doctor. There must be a sufficient time gap between the use of these medicines. Your doctor may determine the best course of treatment after accessing the condition.

        Lithium

        Report the use of either of the medicines to the doctor. The risk of adverse effects is significantly high when these medicines are used together. Your doctor may determine the best course of treatment after accessing the condition.

        Ondansetron

        Report the use of either of the medicines to the doctor. The risk of adverse effects is significantly high when these medicines are used together. Your doctor may determine the best course of treatment after accessing the condition.

        Sertraline

        Report the use of either of the medicines to the doctor. The risk of adverse effects is significantly high when these medicines are used together. Your doctor may determine the best course of treatment after accessing the condition.

        Warfarin

        Report the use of Warfarin or other anticoagulants to the doctor before receiving paroxetine. The risk of adverse effects is significantly high in the elderly and patients with kidney or liver diseases. Your doctor may determine the best course of treatment after accessing the condition.

        Aspirin

        Report the use of Aspirin or other NSAIDs to the doctor before receiving paroxetine. The risk of adverse effects is significantly high in the elderly and patients with kidney or liver diseases. Your doctor may determine the best course of treatment after accessing the condition.

        Methylene blue

        Report the use of either of the medicines to the doctor. There must be a sufficient time gap between the use of these medicines. Your doctor may determine the best course of treatment after accessing the condition.

        Indinavir

        Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. You may need a dose adjustment and more frequent clinical monitoring to safely use them together.

        Sumatriptan

        Report the use of either of the medicines to the doctor. The risk of adverse effects is significantly high when these medicines are used together. Your doctor may determine the best course of treatment after accessing the condition.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Kidney Disease

        This medicine should be used with caution in patients with an impaired kidney function. Suitable dose adjustments should be made based on the serum creatinine levels for moderate to severe impairment.

        Glaucoma

        This medicine should be used with caution in patients having narrow-angle glaucoma. The symptoms of the disease might worsen if this medicine is used in such patients.

        Hypertension

        This medicine may cause an increase in the blood pressure levels and hence should be used with caution in patients with hypertension. The blood pressure level should be constantly monitored before and during the course of treatment.

        Liver Disease

        This medicine should be used with caution in patients with an impaired liver function. Suitable dose adjustments should be made based on the severity of impairment.
      • Interaction with Food

        Food

        Information not available.

      FAQs about Paroxet 10 MG Tablet

      • Ques : What is Paroxet 10 MG Tablet?

        Ans : Paroxet 10 MG Tablet is a medication which has Paroxetine as an active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by increasing the level of chemical serotonin in the brain. Paroxet 10 MG Tablet is used to treat conditions such as Depression, Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic disorder, etc.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Paroxet 10 MG Tablet?

        Ans : Paroxet 10 MG Tablet is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Depression, Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic disorder, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat conditions like Post traumatic stress disorder, Generalized anxiety disorder, and Postmenopausal symptoms. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Paroxet 10 MG Tablet to avoid undesirable effects.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Paroxet 10 MG Tablet?

        Ans : Paroxet 10 MG Tablet is a medication which has some commonly reported side effects. These side effects may or may not occur always and some of them are rare but severe. This is not a complete list and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of Paroxet 10 MG Tablet which are as follows: Suicidal thinking and behaviour, Serotonin syndrome (agitation, hallucinations, seizures, nausea), Irregular heartbeat, Shaking of the hands or feet, Dizziness when getting up suddenly from a sitting position, Chills or cold sweats, Blurred vision, Nausea and Vomiting, Dry mouth and lips, Constipation, Muscle stiffness, Decreased sexual urge, Difficulty in passing urine, Rapid weight gain/loss, Photosensitivity, Unusual bleeding or bruising, Racing thoughts, Reckless behavior, and Unusual tiredness and weakness. It is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Paroxet 10 MG Tablet.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Paroxet 10 MG Tablet?

        Ans : Paroxet 10 MG Tablet should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects. It is a prescribed medication.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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