I've taken Paxil before, and it started off the same as how it is now. I just wanted to make sure that it was okay to have these feelings when first taking it or if Paxil isn't right for me.
I'm only on day one and immediately had a panic attack after taking medication (paroxetine 10mg) after I had calmed down and now just feel very sleepy and have cotton mouth. I'm not in the best environment to take anti depressants, but I figured Paxil would be what I need to get me out of the situation I'm in. Will Paxil help me to get the strength I need to get myself in a better situation? And is this feeling going to wear off. Like I said, I've taken it before. But I did have a better support system and was in a better environment. I cannot afford therapy or a psychiatrist, I'm really just tying to find the strength and positivity in myself to get out of this environment, and eventually get off of paroxetine once all I'm a bit more situated.
Taking Paxil again, feeling different?
- Asked
- 5 Sep 2017 by Crys54
- Updated
- 16 Sep 2017
- Topics
- paxil, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder
Responses (2)
How long has it been since you went off your first round of Paxil? If your body was completely weaned off the first round of paxil you took and it was no longer in your system then... it varies for everybody but sometimes it can take up to several weeks before you notice any benefits from an SSRI( which Paxil is)
Hi, Crys! Increased anxiety, as well as sleepiness and dry mouth, are some of the common side effects when starting therapy with Paxil and many of the other antidepressants. For most people these side effects only last a few days to a week or two before they resolve on their own.
How long ago and for how long did you take Paxil before and did it help you then? It's also not uncommon for your symptoms to return if you stop your medication... it's called a rebound effect. Some people do need to stay on their meds for life to prevent relapses.
I hope you are able to resolve your situation quickly and get to feeling better soon. Work closely with your doctor and be honest and straightforward about your side effects and progress.
Best regards, Wildcat

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WildcatVet is right on Crys! He gave you extremely informative and helpful advice :)