PAROXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE (PAXIL) Nursing Considerations

What is the generic name?

PAROXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE

What is the Trade Name for PAROXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE?

PAXIL

What are the Indications for PAROXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE?

• 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE PAXIL is indicated in adults for the treatment of: Major depressive disorder (MDD) Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) Panic disorder (PD) Social anxiety disorder (SAD) Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) PAXIL is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) indicated in adults for the treatment of ( 1 ): Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Panic Disorder (PD) Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

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