The Side Effects For Taking Paxil
Paxil is an antidepressant that may be helpful for treating depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic-stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety and other mental conditions. Please keep in mind that you may experience side effects when you take Paxil, but they vary from person to person. Please note that you can experience side effects with any kind of drug. Some people experience minor side effects, and others do not experience any at all. Here is a list of some possible side effects that you may experience.
Common Side Effects
Some common side effects for taking Paxil include constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, dryness of mouth, drowsiness, decreased sexual ability, headaches, sweating, problems urinating, difficulty sleeping, vomiting, nausea, trembling and fatigue. If these side effects become bothersome to you, you should inform your doctor about them.
Side Effects That Are Less Common
Some people that take Paxil experience nervousness, anxiety, blurred vision, changes in appetite, loss of interest in sex, burning, tingling, prickling sensations, weight gain or weight loss. If you experience side effects and they are interfering with your life or causing you stress, you should consult with your doctor. He may be able to lower the dose or put you on a different kind of medication. In addition, some people experience agitation, irregular heartbeat, muscle pain, weakness and a skin rash.
Rare Side Effects
Side effects for taking Paxil may include speech difficulties, absence of body movements, unusual or sudden facial movements, confusion, convulsions, drowsiness, dryness of the mouth, thirstiness, fatigue, purple or red patches of the skin, confusion, fever, poor coordination, sweating, uncontrollable talking or excitement, twitching, weakness and vision problems. Keep in mind that these side effects are rare, and you should always speak to your doctor if you experience a problem.
Overdose Side Effects
Make sure you take what your doctor prescribed to you, because there is a risk of overdosing with Paxil. The side effects for an overdose include drowsiness, dizziness, dryness of the mouth, irritability, redness in the face, large pupils, racing heartbeat,
vomiting and nausea. Keep in mind that you may experience other side effects when you take Paxil. Some side effects may not have been reported yet. Make sure you tell your doctor if they are causing a problem for you. In addition, if you experience serious side effects you can report them to the FDA on their website http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/, or you can call 1-800-FDA-1088.