Withdrawal from Paxil

Posted by Kathy O. on July 24, 1999 at 12:43:51

I have been taking Paxil for about 3 years. I wanted to get off the drug to
see if I could function without it. I have been following a slow weaning process
and have been having uncontrollable crying jags along with the physical
sensations of having an ocean in my head. I don't know what to do.



Posted by SA, M.D. - HVMA on August 01, 1999 at 11:05:27

Dear Kathy,

You need to consult with the physician who is prescribing the Paxil.
Sometimes it helps to switch people to an antidepressant with a longer half-life
when discontinuing Paxil (paroxetine). Good luck!

DrSteve

Keywords: paroxetine, antidepressant, withdrawal, discontinuation
The information provided is for general medical education purposes only,
and not a substitute for medical diagnosis and treatment provided by your
physician.

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