Paroxetine Flashcards

1
Q

What class of drugs is paroxetine?

A

SSRI

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What is paroxetine licensed to treat?

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-Depression
-Panic disorder +/- agoraphobia
-Social / phobic anxiety
-GAD
-OCD
-PTSD

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What side effects are there for paroxetine?

A

As for citalopram (GI, headache, sweating, insomnia etc)
-Sedation more common
-EPSEs can occur but very rare
-Discontinuation symptoms are more common - must withdraw slowly

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What is the recommended dose of paroxetine?

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20-50mg

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