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Available by prescription only.
Medication information
Prescription
Paroxetine
SSRI — short half-life means careful tapering
Paroxetine (Paxil) is an SSRI for depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, and panic. Compared with other SSRIs it has a shorter half-life — missed doses or tapering tends to be more noticeable.
How the pharmacy helps
We dispense 10, 20, and 30 mg.
Access framing
Available by prescription only.
Forms and strengths
Medication entries grouped here
Strengths, dosage forms, brands, or package entries may vary. Your prescription label and pharmacist counselling are the instructions to follow.
| Brand / Generic | Strength | Form | DIN | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Paxil Paroxetine | 20mg | Tablet | Active |
More common than with longer-acting SSRIs. Always taper with a prescriber.
Generally avoided in pregnancy if possible — talk to the prescriber.
Reported — talk to the prescriber if bothersome.
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Have questions about this medication?
Call the pharmacy or bring the medication to the counter. We can help compare labels, dosing schedules, storage needs, and questions to ask your prescriber.
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