Paxil® (paroxetine HCl) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as a safe and effective treatment for these conditions:
With continued treatment, a Paxil prescription can help to restore the balance of serotonin (a naturally occurring brain chemical) -- which helps reduce the symptoms of anxiety and depression.
In just a few years, Paxil® (paroxetine HCl) has become one of the leading treatments for depression and anxiety disorders in the country. Paxil® is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD), social anxiety disorder (SAD) and generalized anxiety disorder. Paxil works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain. And best of all, Paxil is not a controlled substance and has not been shown to be associated with addiction. Paxil Uses Other Uses Questions about Paxil: How Does Paxil Work?
Depression is a medical condition leading to persistent feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, sleep problems, agitation, and difficulty concentrating. Some depressed people are physically depressed as well -- constantly tired and sometimes lacking in appetite. What it is: Depression is a medical condition leading to persistent feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, sleep problems, agitation, and difficulty concentrating. Some depressed people are physically depressed as well -- constantly tired and sometimes lacking in appetite. How it's diagnosed: Doctors use a set of guidelines and questions to help determine whether you have depression. They might also run tests to help rule out other conditions or medications possibly causing the depression. How it's treated: Treatment can involve taking medications, going to therapy or counseling, or both. You may need ongoing treatment to prevent it from coming back. If you are feeling depressed, you might wonder if you are the only one who feels the way you do, if what you are feeling is really depression and if your feelings are really bad enough to see a doctor. When you're depressed, everyday life can feel difficult. You know your feelings are not the normal, healthy ones that come from facing life's difficulties. Your despair might feel as if it will go on and on. However, there is hope -- depression is treatable and feeling better is within your reach. Some people find comfort just by learning depression is a medical condition. Learning more about your condition is often a good first step toward feeling better. What Does Depression Feel Like? Some people who are depressed think life might not be worth living. These thoughts and feelings are not your fault -- they can be part of depression. Studies suggest up to 15 percent of people with severe depression commit suicide. Depression is a serious condition, and your feelings can change with treatment. How Common Is Depression? In the United States, approximately 16 million people suffer from depression in any given year. As many as 25 percent of women suffer from depression serious enough to seek treatment at least once in their lifetime. In fact, nearly twice as many women as men suffer from depression every year. Remember: depression can be treated and you can feel better. Experts say most people who have depression can feel better when they receive treatment. Many see some improvement in their symptoms within weeks of starting medication.
DEPRESSION RESOURCES More information about Paxil - learn about Generalized Anxiety Disorder, www.paxil.com American Psychiatric Association, www.psych.org National Institute of Mental Health, www.nimh.nih.gov Freedom From Fear, www.freedomfromfear.com More information about medications used to treat anxiety and depression, click here. |
