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paxil
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In just a few years, Paxil (paroxetine HCl) has become
one of the leading treatments for depression and
anxiety
disorders. Paxil is a member of a class of
prescription drugs called selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitors (SSRIs)
that has proven in clinical trials to be both safe and
effective with fewer side effects than other types of
antidepressant medications.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved
Paxil for the treatment of major depressive disorder,
generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety
disorder (SAD), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive
disorder
(OCD) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
With continued treatment, Paxil can help restore the
balance of serotonin (a naturally occurring chemical
in the
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