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Psychiatric

Paroxetine

Paxil

Generic nameParoxetine
Brand namePaxil
Medication classSSRI
Typical adult example20–40 mg
FrequencyOnce daily
Common uses

Recognition cues

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
EMS relevance

Assessment context

  • Discontinuation symptoms and serotonin toxicity are considerations.
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