Paroxetine is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
(SSRIs). Paroxetine affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced.
Paroxetine is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders,
post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
Paroxetine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.