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| Paroxetine is the formal name for Paxil (in the states) or Seroxat (in the UK). It is the second most prescribed anti- |
'''Paroxetine''' is the formal name for Paxil (in the states) or Seroxat (in the UK). It is the second most prescribed ] in the UK. Although it is helpful in treating many cases of depression there is a growing body of anecdotal evidence that have raised concerns about: | ||
| * Wild mood swings/Suicidal impuleses when first starting on the drug | * Wild mood swings/Suicidal impuleses when first starting on the drug | ||
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* Withdrawal side effects making it hard to stop taking the drug. | ||
| The manufacturers claim it is impossible to get addicted. Other campaigners disagree. | The manufacturers claim it is impossible to get addicted. Other campaigners disagree. | ||
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Paroxetine is the formal name for Paxil (in the states) or Seroxat (in the UK). It is the second most prescribed anti-depressant in the UK. Although it is helpful in treating many cases of depression there is a growing body of anecdotal evidence that have raised concerns about:
- Wild mood swings/Suicidal impuleses when first starting on the drug
- Withdrawal side effects making it hard to stop taking the drug.
The manufacturers claim it is impossible to get addicted. Other campaigners disagree.
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