I just started taking Paxil and I can't sleep. I'm extremely restless and jittery. I have been feeling light headed and dizzy every time I yawn, which is about 5 times per minute. I can't focus on anything and feel a great amount of adrenaline rushing through my body but don't have the will power to use any of this energy. This drug was prescribed because I couldn't sleep and since taking it I've been feeling worse!
I just started taking Paxil and I'm restless, jittery and my mind can't focus on anything?
Question posted by Shevz on 29 Dec 2014
Last updated on 9 October 2018 by Brettman12
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3 Answers
Brettman12
10 Oct 2018
I have been on Paxil for 2 weeks and I feel so much more calm and my sleep is getting better I am taking meds for depression and Insomnia I have to watch how much caffeine I consume if I have to much I am unable to sleep.
balbanese
29 Dec 2014
This me needs a good 2-3 weeks before settling in, these side effects should lessen as that time passes. First time hearing this being prescribed for that. If you hit the 3-weeks mark with no improvement at all you need to tell the Dr.
Shevz
29 Dec 2014
Thank You.
balbanese
29 Dec 2014
You're very welcome. Hang in there, don't hesitate if you need more assistance.
LaurieShay
29 Dec 2014
Not familiar with Paxil being used only for sleep. It will help with anxiety and depression which can cause sleeplessness. It can cause the side effects you describe which generally subside in the first couple of weeks. If the side effects become unbearable, contact the doctor and maybe they can make an adjustment in the dosage or try you on something different.
Shevz
29 Dec 2014
Thank You. It was given to me for depression which was accompanied by Insomnia. I was told it should help me fall asleep at.
LaurieShay
29 Dec 2014
If you continue to have insomnia, I would let the doctor know.
Inactive
30 March 2017
In my experience with initial response to Paxil u need something for anxiety which will counteract the side effects you are experiencing. I was on it for twenty yrs. Took 2 months in my case to get rid of initial side effects. Most people get Xanax or Ativan when starting Paxil contact your doctor tell him your having reverse effect regarding the insomnia. Do yourself a favor and tell your doctor about the anxiety this is causing.
Inactive
30 March 2017
Sorry u posted this three yrs ago just noticed. I'm curious are you still on paxil.
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