Paxil 5 mg

The drug used in treating anxiety and depression-related psychological disorders in individuals is Paxil. Paxil 5 mg treats major depressive disorder (MDD), Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), etc. All these disorders can lead to an individual to further health complications.

Paxil medicine aid to individuals get rid of anxiety and depression. It is an antidepressant drug and belongs to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor drug class. The drug is a branded medicine that comprises the Paroxetine generic drug as an active ingredient.

It is a prescription and FDA-approved drug to treat anxiety and depression-related neurological problems in individuals. Therefore, medicine should be taken after getting a prescription from a qualified doctor.

Furthermore, there are other medications to treat anxiety and depression disorders. Such medicines are Alprazolam, Vraylar, Sertraline, etc including Paxil.

The Function of Paxil 5 mg:

The work of this drug is to decrease the level of depression and anxiety in individuals. Also, it increases the serotonin level in the brain. Multiple factors are responsible for not producing enough serotonin in the brain function. In individuals it can cause anxiety and depression . Such factors are stress, genetics, chronic pain, nutritional deficiencies, etc.

The drug balances the neurotransmitters of a person and supports the brain function performance. The Paxil pill stays active in the body for 21 hours to provide relief from stress. Individuals should consume it when they are above 18 years old.

Other Doses:

It is also available in the following dosage strengths-

• Paxil 10 mg (yellow/ Oral/ Oval pill), Imprint: PAXIL 10
• Paxil 20 mg (Pink /Oral/ Oval Pill), Imprint: PAXIL 20
• Paxil 30 mg (Blue/Oral/ Oval Pill), Imprint: PAXIL 30
• Paxil 40 mg ( Green/ oral/ round pill) Imprint: PAXIL 40

The Dose of drug varies according to the patient’s condition and anxiety level, thus, doctors prescribe it as per the individual’s condition. The 5 mg dose of Paxil could be administered under the guidance of the doctor which can be created through 10 mg dose by dividing it.

How to Use 5 mg Paxil:

This 5 mg pink Paxil is an anti-anxiety medicine that helps to treat various psychological disorders. The following are some instructions for using this medication-

• Follow all guiding information regarding the medicine, provided by the healthcare professional.
• If one has other health complications, discuss them with the healthcare expert.
• Do not leave this paxil pills in a cold or warm environment.
• Try to avoid those foods, which are prohibited with the medication.
• Take the doses as per age and doctor’s prescription.
• Swallow this Paxil 5 mg tablet.
• Use the medicine for recommended duration.

Side Effects:

Although the medicine is an efficacious drug to treat anxiety problems. However, it has some side effects that are mentioned below.

• Skin rash
• Confusion
• Weakness in body
• Muscle pain
• Chill
• Irregular heartbeat
• Cold sweat
• Agitation
• Dizziness
• Faintness
• Dry mouth Fever
• Dark urine
• Hair fall
• Stomach pain
• Constipation

Precautions:

Here are some precautions of Paxil medicine, one must keep them in mind during the medication period.

• Keep the medicine away from children.
• After consuming the drug, do not perform any heavy  work.
• Pregnant women must not use the medicine.
• Read the product label carefully before using the pill.
• If one is experiencing side effects, then seek medical assistance.
• Do not leave the pills in an inappropriate environment.