Parox 12.5mg Tablet CR
Manufacturer
Tripada Biotec Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Paroxetine (12.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Parox 12.5mg Tablet CR is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant used to treat depression, anxiety-related conditions like obsessive-compulsive disorder, and panic disorder.
Dosage Form
Tablet CR
Introduction
Parox 12.5mg Tablet CR helps many people to recover from depression by improving their mood and relieving anxiety and tension. It can be taken with or without food. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Parox 12.5mg Tablet CR may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Parox 12.5mg Tablet CR is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of panic disorder, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Quick Tips
It can take 2-3 weeks for Parox 12.5mg Tablet CR to start working. Do not stop treatment suddenly as this may cause upset stomach, flu-like withdrawal symptoms, and sleep disturbance. If your doctor asks you to stop Parox 12.5mg Tablet CR, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Parox 12.5mg Tablet CR as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. The addiction/dependence potential of Parox 12.5mg Tablet CR is very less.
