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Paxil

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My doctor prescribed me Paxil, but im debating on whether or not to take it because, I've read some negative reviews such as weight gain on here. Can someone give me some insight about paxil and whether or not its worth taking. I was prescribed 20mg.. Thanks for the responses
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I was on Paxil years ago...it made me loose weight to dangerous levels. I went off of it quickly though because I was so sedated I didnt even know what day it was at times. I am on Prozac now (just begun) and things are much better...but I cant eat anything due to being neuseated...i have lost 9 pounds this week...I may need to regulate that. HTH! :)
harry3333
harry3333
paxil is one of many prozac type meds
these have no direct effect on your weight at all

however paxil is said to be more difficult to eventually quit than other prozac types, see paxil discontinuation syndrome on the net via a search engine

I would be asking doc for generic prozac, easier to eventually quit and perhaps cheaper
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PLEASE DON'T TAKE PAXIL!

getting off of it means going through hell. seriously think twice before taking this drug...
deleted_user
deleted_user
I took paxil, and I got off of it just fine. Yes, I have heard of other cases where it was more difficult to get off, but remember to take all of this with a grain of salt.

*You* are different from *everyone* else. It may or may not do that to you.
As far as weight gain is concerned I *did* gain 15 pounds. But, again, that was me.
If you feel at all uncomfortable, ask your Doctor about other antidepressants. There are many out there. Also keep in mind that prozac type AD's are more of an "Happy Pill." And can sometimes, but not always cause more anxiety.
Your best bet is to speak with your p-doc and settle it before taking something you don't feel right with.
Let us know how it goes.
xxx
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