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Revision as of 12:24, 23 October 2002 by Malcolm Farmer (talk | contribs)(diff) ← Previous revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)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.
Must find link to BNF page