Paroxetine User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 17, 2020

For Social Anxiety Disorder "I was prescribed this about 10 years ago, and I cannot remember why I was taken off it and put on Sertraline. However, since then, my social anxiety has been debilitating even on the highest dose of Sertraline. I was thinking and trying to remember a really relaxed, happy time, and I remembered the paroxetine period. My whole life since then has been gripped by fear, anxiety, and fear of scrutiny. I rang my doctor and asked if I could try it again. He was a bit reluctant because of the withdrawal problems but agreed. My goodness, I am SO thankful. Within a week, the anxiety, constant fear, and tension had gone. It is amazing, and I have my life back again! My heart is singing with joy, and the release is so fantastic. THANK YOU PAXIL, I have a future!"

• Rob...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 5, 2020

For Generalized Anxiety Disorder "Upped my Paxil dose from 20 mg to 30 mg 6 weeks ago, and still have slight anxiety. I have been on 20 mg for 20 years, and it worked well, but I needed a boost. Can it take this long? I had no anxiety for almost 20 years."

• hea...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 4, 2015

For Anxiety "I have always had anxiety ever since I was young but this past summer I was so bad I couldn't go anywhere or do anything. I was even at the point I didn't want to leave the house I was so depressed. I didn't know what I was going to do and I was ruining my daughter's and husband's life so I went to the doctor, and she put me on Paxil 30 mg. I didn't want to take it because I never take pills, not even for a headache, and was scared of how it was going to make me feel. But I took it, and it changed my life. After about a month, I could go places and enjoy life again. With God and my family's help, I am doing so much better. I still have some days I don't feel good, but I don't let it get me down. So, if anyone is struggling with anxiety, there is help out there."

• Hop...
• January 25, 2016

For Anxiety and Stress "I was on Paxil 40mg for 13 years and decided (like an idiot) that I didn't need it anymore. Withdrew from the Paxil, and it was hard! Three months later, I was in a whirlwind of emotion, anxiety, panic, and fear. Didn't leave my house for four months! I used to go to the beach to destress all the time, couldn't even do that. Went to the doctor, and he tried me on Lexapro, Effexor, and Prozac. Horrible three months of my life with all the side effects. Finally decided myself to go back on Paxil. Within a month's time, I'm back to working 2 jobs, my family is happier, I am way less stressed, and the anxiety is 3/4 gone. Please, if anyone is fighting with stress, anxiety, or panic, take the Paxil! It did great for me both times."

• Chi...
• December 15, 2019

For Anxiety and Stress "Been taking Paxil at low dose 5 mg. I like Paxil because my doctor said it helps with sleep. With other SSRIs I tried, I woke up throughout the night. Doctor said if I stay at low dose, may not experience weight gain, we'll see. Trying to eat healthy and exercise daily too. Hope this helps, so far so good. Anxiety can be terrible."

• Anonymous
• July 14, 2009

For Social Anxiety Disorder "Paxil is amazing. I was a person with severe social anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder. I was unable to leave my room at college. I never wanted to go out with my friends or stay in the library to do my work. It was extremely difficult. I began Paxil, and within a few weeks, I was literally crying of happiness because I am such a different person now. I'm able to go anywhere and do anything I want without a huge anxious feeling. I fully support it for anyone in my same situation."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 14, 2024

For Depression "Review of Paxil (paroxetine): A Life-Saving Medication. I want to begin by addressing something important: we need to stop filling the internet with negative, non-constructive reviews about this medication. Paxil has been scientifically proven to be effective, as shown in numerous studies. However, there is a cognitive bias called sampling bias, where people who are dissatisfied are far more likely to share their experiences online. This creates an unbalanced view and can discourage or even frighten those who are already in a vulnerable state due to anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges. If Paxil has helped you, I encourage you to share your positive experiences too. It might bring hope to someone desperately seeking relief. For me, Paxil has saved my life for the third time. After experiencing paralyzing anxiety attacks, severe depression, and immense emotional distress, this medication helped me find stability and light when I thought both were out of reach."

• Lol...
• March 10, 2018

For Anxiety and Stress "I'm writing this because I was initially scared to start taking Paxil after reading a lot of negative reviews online, and I wanted to put a positive one out there. I'm currently on week 6, day 2, on a 10mg dose (I'm a small female). When I started, I had gone over a month barely eating or sleeping, and had lost over 15 pounds in the previous few months due to anxiety/depression. I was struggling with every aspect of my life, and felt like I didn't have the strength to pull myself through it. Today, I feel strong and capable. I have my appetite back, and my sleep has improved. I am back to my real joyful self and not just a shell of a person. The only side effects I have experienced are exhaustion in the first few weeks, and some jaw clenching at night. All manageable. So, if you're considering Paxil, don't be scared by all the info out there. Every body is different, and you never know: it might be just what you need to help you through this time in your life and find yourself."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 4, 2019

For Anxiety and Stress "I tried everything from Zoloft, Xanax, Valium, Cymbalta. After a severe rollover accident and 3 surgeries, I had infections in my stomach which led to H. pylori, then 2000mg of antibiotics, which led to Barrett's disease, then severe debilitating anxiety and depression. I am sensitive to all medication. Paxil, a low dose of 10mg, after 6 months, has saved my life, and God, of course. Please don't give up."

• Red...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 2, 2019

For Anxiety "I used Paxil for 7 years for anxiety and it works fine, it’s not that you don’t have any anxiety but it does diminish it. Last year I decided to quit because I thought I don’t need it anymore and started taking half dose (10) and then a quarter. Everything was fine till 15 days after I had quit totally. My anxiety came back and the negative thoughts were on the run. So I get back on it, 15 days now and am feeling better. It takes at least a month to fully work, but in the meantime anxiety is there. Only the people who suffer this can understand how overwhelming this constant fear can be. I think this will be forever or until something really awesome and new came to the market. You cannot live in fear."

• Ash...
• August 15, 2015

For Social Anxiety Disorder "I have grown up my entire life not knowing how to talk to people, being told I was shy, sweating, and getting red-faced whenever I would talk in front of people. I would never try anything new and would get nervous and upset when I would have to change plans or be around people. I have been on Paxil for over a year and I tell everyone how it has saved my life. Now, I do not think that Paxil completely changed me. I have also been going to school and building up my confidence. Paxil was the push I needed to get out, be social, and network. As I become more educated, I am more and more confident and I thank Paxil, and God, every day. I wish I could be a Paxil Spokesperson!!! It has literally changed my entire life and helped me branch out!"

• Loo...
• October 23, 2019

For Anxiety and Stress "If you are reading this comment, it means you have a problem, and it's not going to disappear by itself. So don't worry about withdrawal because you'll take it forever because it will work. The starting side effects last a month. Take some time off your schedule. It is the strongest of its category."

• fad...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 30, 2013

For Obsessive Compulsive Disorder "I have had a good experience with Paxil thus far, and I wanted to put it out there because I think it's usually the bad experiences that prompt folks to write these reviews! I'd tried other SSRIs (Wellbutrin, Lexapro, Celexa), with bad results, so I was hesitant. I started on 10 mg/day for two weeks then went to 20 mg. At first I didn't notice much, but by the third week my obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety were greatly quelled. I feel a general sense of well-being and satisfaction with life, yet I'm still productive, creative, ME. No ill side effects whatsoever. I hear the withdrawal is a bear, and I'll cross that bridge when I get there, but, so far so good."

• Ss8...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 25, 2015

For Anxiety and Stress "I have been on this medicine for a week and a half now, and I have regained my life back! The first 4 days on it are hell, but if you just hold on through it, you will notice a world of difference. I can wake up in the mornings feeling like my old self again and go through the day without feeling scared or hyped up. I would definitely recommend it."

• Lif...
• June 15, 2019

For Panic Disorder "Look, Paxil is a game changer. For sure. People, listen up. To start, you’re going to have some side effects. Ears ringing, sleep issues, “brain zaps”, sexual dysfunctions, dry mouth, I could go on. But, one day I woke up after taking it for about six months and wouldn’t you know it, no more panic attacks. And these weren’t mild panic attacks, these were almost driving off the road on the way to work in the morning because you can’t breathe, you're shaking like a leaf, throwing up, and can’t see straight type attacks. Severe. I’ve been on 60mg a day for around a decade, and I can’t believe how one little pill can completely change your life in the way it has changed mine. This is so so sooooo much safer than benzodiazepines, and it’s nonaddictive. But, if you stop taking it, you can rebound quickly. Just trust me on that one. So I’m never coming off of it. It’s a small price to pay, right? Thanks!"

• Cym...
• May 23, 2014

For Anxiety "This really works. Been on it for a week and now feeling much less anxious. My anxiety was pretty bad, couldn't get through the work day without an anxiety/panic attack. Saw a doctor and since then this medicine has really helped."

• Bri...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• March 5, 2013

For Anxiety "I took Paxil for a total of 10 years for anxiety and panic attacks. I was put on it at a young age, but I don't see how I could have gotten through those ten years without it. Paxil is great and works wonders for anxiety, but I didn't want to be on it my whole life. I'm now 20 and doing great without it. I think the medicine gave me a sense of confidence after a while that made me realize I could get through my anxiety on my own. A confidence that helped me find my own coping mechanisms for my anxiety so that I no longer needed to rely on Paxil anymore. I highly suggest Paxil to anyone with anxiety disorder looking for a medication to help."

• Eth...
• January 23, 2017

For Anxiety "I don't understand why people quit after 3 days starting it. It made them too anxious or depressed - isn't this why you are taking it? It doesn't work overnight. I too am very impatient and would prefer a quick fix. But the first 2 weeks are rough, but if you persevere, the benefits outweigh the startup. I'm into my 3rd week and it's working really well, it is like a lightbulb moment. I gave a 9 because for the life of me I cannot orgasm, but I'll take that over the suicidal thoughts and feeling lifeless any day... remember, give it time, your brain needs to adjust... stay strong x"

• New...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• April 17, 2019

For Panic Disorder "I was 19 when I got my first panic attack then severe depression. I stayed home for a month. I couldn’t eat or sleep and lost 25 lbs. I am so thankful Paxil and therapy saved me. I was able to feel normal again. I started working and dating again then had a child. After my son turned one, I started college when he turned one. I was 26 with an 8th grade education (dropped out at 13) when I started college!!! I was able to handle the stress of being a mother and a full-time college student while working 25 hours a week. I am living proof Paxil works. Without it, I am a mess (took myself off for 6 months). I graduated with a 3.92 GPA in Public Health, and I know I could have done it without Paxil. It may work differently for everyone, but I just wanted to share a positive experience. Give it time. Give yourself time. Life is too short to suffer from anxiety and depression. It is okay to need help."

• BOR...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 4, 2025

For Panic Disorder "I have been on paroxetine for 30 years. It saved my life. Stopped my panic attacks. At first, it caused such nausea and dizziness, I almost quit. I am so glad I gave it a chance. Along with Xanax, my life was changed. I still get depressed and anxious, but it’s okay. No more debilitating panic attacks. It is a very serious drug. I had tried every natural treatment on the planet, praying they would work, but they didn’t. Paxil was my very last choice. I’m currently on 40 mgs nightly with 1 mg of clonazepam."

• Col...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 30, 2012

For Social Anxiety Disorder "Paxil has changed my life! Before: paranoia about people watching me, extreme anxiety walking or being in public places, such as cafeterias, college campus, small groups of people. Mind blankness during conversations, or 'social lock up' - inability to interact with others due to severe anxiety. Always woke up feeling tired even if I had a full night's sleep. Side Effects (lasted 2 weeks): 20mg daily. Severe fatigue/sleepiness. A little dizziness if dose was taken late. Headache the 1st two days. Now: Began working really well 7-8 weeks in. No more social anxiety, I feel normal walking around & talking to people. Also I sleep better than ever. Overall anxiety level has gone down & I no longer ruminate/worry constantly! Paxil rocks!"

• Van...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 28, 2018

For Anxiety and Stress "I am 28 years old and have been on Paxil for 2.5 months, and it is the best thing that has ever happened to me! I always thought Paxil was for crazy people. I used to always be on edge, worry about EVERYTHING, have chest and neck pain from stress, and was generally unhappy. Since I have been on Paxil, I feel like I can live again and I even lost weight. I am in school for my RN, and I don’t get angry and stressed about every little thing that doesn’t go my way. It is like my mind and body won’t let me sweat the small stuff. My relationship with my spouse is even better. I haven’t really experienced any negative side effects. Thank goodness for Paxil and my new life!! I couldn’t be happier!"

• Lad...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 1, 2017

For Anxiety "I started on 10mg Paxil 2 months ago, and my life is changed. I was able to recognize how amazing life is without the shadow of anxiety which caused my depression. I came back to myself. My therapist recommended doing a trial of 20mg to see if my remaining anxiety issues could be subsided as well. I just started today and I feel a little more lethargic than I'd like to and I fear for my sex life. I'm going to try it for a while until my body adjusts and if I still feel out of sorts, I'm going to drop back down to 10mg. The first week or two of symptoms was pretty terrible, I was yawning excessively. VERY nauseous, tired often...but as soon as my body adjusted, an amazing sense of clarity came over me--first time in 15 years. Life changing."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 28, 2014

For Social Anxiety Disorder "I literally thought there was zero hope for me. My anxiety has increased drastically as I've gotten older and has led to social anxiety. Going out in public would depress me, I constantly thought people were plotting against me and talking about me. I have been on Paxil for about a month. Thank God. My work days are much better, I don't analyze everything and I'm not afraid of people. I can now get out of bed and look forward to the day, not dread it."

• Ssi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 11, 2014

For Anxiety "I have been on this medication for one week. I have mild jaw pain and a bit dizzy, but I will take that over the madness I felt a week ago. Suicidal, anxious, crying, needless to say, I was a mess! I still have a few intrusive thoughts, but this is only one week, and I am grateful. I went through three medications before finding this one, and I am glad to say the least I can get back to being a mother and wife."