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Paroxetine

Paroxetine is an SSRI used for depression and selected anxiety disorders. Listed uses include Panic Disorder and Generalised Anxiety Disorder.

Paxil

Major Depressive Disorder

10 · 20 · 30 · 40mg

Paroxetine tablets from 10mg to 40mg, used in the management of major depression, generalised anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder. An SSRI.

From$0.65/ tabletView

Paxil CR

Major Depressive Disorder

12.5 · 25 · 37.5mg

Paxil CR is paroxetine 12.5mg, 25mg and 37.5mg in a prolonged-release tablet for depression, OCD, panic disorder and social anxiety disorder.

From$1.43/ tabletView

Key points

  • It has substantial withdrawal risk if stopped abruptly.
  • Suicidal thinking, sexual effects, bleeding, low sodium and serotonin interactions require review.
  • Suicidal intent or serotonin-toxicity symptoms needs urgent care.

Select a listed product and pack to order online. Ask your doctor or pharmacist whether it suits you and what monitoring it needs.

Important safety checks

Bipolar symptoms, suicide risk, pregnancy, bleeding, sodium and interacting medicines require review.

When to seek urgent care

Seek urgent help for suicidal intent, seizures, fainting, severe agitation with fever and stiffness, or a severe allergic reaction.

Further reading

What is paroxetine used for?

Paroxetine is an SSRI antidepressant used for depression and some anxiety disorders, including panic disorder and generalised anxiety disorder.

How does paroxetine work?

Paroxetine blocks the reuptake of serotonin in the brain, so more of this chemical stays available.

Which products contain paroxetine?

Products containing paroxetine on SGMeds include Paxil and Paxil CR. Compare their forms, strengths and pack sizes.

How long does paroxetine take to work?

Paroxetine usually takes 1 to 2 weeks before you notice it starting to work.

What are the side effects of paroxetine?

Common side effects are nausea, drowsiness and dry mouth. Insomnia, sexual problems and weight gain can also happen.

Can paroxetine be taken with alcohol or other medicines?

Paroxetine interacts with alcohol and St John's wort, and it must not be used with older antidepressants (monoamine oxidase inhibitors) or pimozide. Check with a doctor or pharmacist first.

What are other names for paroxetine?

In other countries, paroxetine is also sold as Seroxat. Brand names vary between countries, so compare products by their active ingredient.

How is paroxetine priced?

Each product on this page shows a price for each strength and pack size in Singapore dollars, converted from US dollars, so the exchange rate can change the final amount. Larger packs usually cost less per tablet.

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Can I buy paroxetine over the counter in Singapore?

Yes, online. SGMeds does not ask for a prescription to order paroxetine: we place the order with our pharmacy partner, which prepares it and arranges delivery on your behalf.

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Do you deliver paroxetine to Singapore?

Yes. Parcels go to Singapore and Malaysia by Express shipping (tracked, up to 1 week) or Regular shipping (up to 3 weeks).

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