Paroxetine

Paroxetine is an antidepressant sold under the brand names Brisdelle, Paxil and Seroxat. Paroxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) and is used for depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Evidence
The Canadian Consensus criteria for ME/CFS states that paroxetine may be useful for depression in people with ME/CFS.

Risks and safety
Side effects include:
 * Sweating
 * Dizziness
 * Nausea
 * Asthenia
 * Drowsiness
 * Dry mouth
 * Constipation
 * Diarrhea
 * anorexia
 * Insomnia
 * male sexual dysfunction
 * Tremors

Paroxetine has more anticholinergic side effects than fluoxetine (Prozac) or sertraline (Zoloft).

Costs and availability
Perscription only. Widely available.

Learn more

 * Paroxetine - drugs.com