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Paxil Birth Defects, Side Effects Things to Look for with Paxil

Posted on Friday, August 19, 2011 by Nicole Hobbs



Also known by its generic name paroxetine, Paxil is an antidepressant belonging to a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Paxil’s manufacturer, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), has had its share of legal problems since its introduction into the market in 1992 however. One of the more notable issues was the 2003 alleged Defrauding of Medicaid which settled out of court.

Like several of the other drugs in the SSRI group, Paxil does have its set of potential side effects.  The following are the more common potential side effects that Paxil has been known to cause: Anxiety; blurred vision; constipation; decreased sexual desire or ability; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; gas; increased sweating; increased urination; loss of appetite; nausea; nervousness; numbness or tingling of the skin; stomach upset; trouble concentrating; trouble sleeping; weakness; yawning. If you feel that you have begun to show any of these side effects it is best that you consult with your doctor as soon as you can.

Paxil is also known to potentially cause more serious side effects. Please consult with your doctor as soon as possible if any of these symptoms have begun to show themselves: Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bizarre behavior; black or bloody stools; chest pain; confusion; decreased concentration; decreased coordination; exaggerated reflexes; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or sore throat; hallucinations; memory loss; new or worsening agitation, panic attacks, aggressiveness, impulsiveness, irritability, hostility, exaggerated feeling of well-being, restlessness, or inability to sit still; persistent or severe ringing in the ears; persistent, painful erection; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe or persistent anxiety or trouble sleeping.

Taking Paxil with certain drugs can also lead to dangerous side effects. The drugs that should not be taken along with Paxil include: pimozide (Orap), thioridazine (Mellaril), linezolid (Zyvox), methylene blue (Urolene Blue), or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate). Please also know that you must wait at least 14 days after stopping a Monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor before you can take Paxil again to avoid negative drug interactions. 

Please be advised of the potential problems of Paxil if you are currently taking the drugs for your signs and symptoms of depression. Paxil has been known to cause potential Paxil birth defects and several other known side effects. If you think you are suffering from a side effect of Paxil use consult with your doctor as soon as possible.

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Small Percentage of Paxil Users Report Serious Side Effects

Posted on Wednesday, August 3, 2011 by Nicole Hobbs

A popular prescription drug manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Paxil gained its United States Food and Drug Administration approval in 1992 after a FDA study showed that the drug efficiently help adults with depression. Just like other prescription drugs Paxil has its own share of adverse side effects, these side effects can rang to mild side effects easily treated by your doctor, to more severe ones which can cause you serious harm.

Some of the commonly known side effects of taking Paxil include: nausea, insomnia, drowsiness, headache, stomach discomfort and diarrhea, weight gain/loss, changes in behavior, aggressive behavior, rash, itching, sweating, muscle weakness, sexual dysfunction, joint pain, fever, chills, flu-like symptom, and suicidal behavior.If any of these side effects become constant or more severe in pain please consult with your doctor for further evaluation. The more commonly reported side effects of Paxil use include: nausea, insomnia, drowsiness, headache, stomach discomfort and diarrhea, weight gain/loss, changes in behavior, aggressive behavior, rash, itching, sweating, muscle weakness, sexual dysfunction, joint pain, fever, chills, flu-like symptom, and suicidal behavior.If any of these side effects become constant or more severe in pain please consult with your doctor for further evaluation.

Paxil has as well its potentially harmful side effects, these side effects are rare (reported to affect only 1% of Paxil users) however, if you have begun to feel or show symptoms of any of the following side effects please consult with your doctor as soon as possible: absence of or decrease in body movements, agitation, difficulty speaking, erection without sexual stimulation accompanied by pain or tenderness, fast or irregular heartbeat, feelings of paranoia, inability to move eyes, incomplete, sudden, or unusual body or facial movements, low blood sodium (confusion, seizures, drowsiness, dryness of mouth, increased thirst, lack of energy), muscle pain or weakness, problems with urination, rapid, involuntary eye movements, red or purple patches on skin, talking, feeling, and acting with excitement and activity you cannot control, or vision changes.

Similar to other prescription drugs, Paxil has numerous side effects which can range to relatively mild to potentially harmful. If you believe that you have been injured in anyway because of the use of Paxil then seeking legal action could be your next logical step. If you would like more information on your legal options, visit with a Paxil Lawyer as soon as possible, many Paxil lawyers will give you a free consultation and not charge you unless you get compensated in your case.

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