http://www.paxilbirthdefectlaw.com/ Depression, obssessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and other psychological disorder are among the health conditions treated by Paxil, an antidepressant produced by GlaxoSmithKline. At present, Paxil is one of the most frequently prescribed antidepressants. However, like any other drug, it is not free from side effects and side effects like suicidal thoughts or ideation. If abruptly discontinued, it may lead to a serious illness that may be very distressing and uncomfortable. Common to all selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) drug is the fact that it may cause discontinuation symptoms or withdrawal symptoms. This syndrome is referred to as SSRI withdrawal syndrome.

2. Depression, obssessive-compulsive disorder, panic
disorder, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress
disorder and other psychological disorder are among
the health conditions treated by Paxil, an
antidepressant produced by GlaxoSmithKline. At
present, Paxil is one of the most frequently prescribed
antidepressants. However, like any other drug, it is
not free from side effects and side effects like suicidal
thoughts or ideation. If abruptly discontinued, it may
lead to a serious illness that may be very distressing
and uncomfortable. Common to all selective serotonin
reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) drug is the fact that it may
cause discontinuation symptoms or withdrawal
symptoms. This syndrome is referred to as SSRI
withdrawal syndrome.

3. This syndrome is usually observed after the interruption, dose
reduction or discontinuation of SSRI medication. Example of a drug
which has a short half life and belonging to the SSRI class is Paxil
The body system processes Paxil faster than any other SSRI drug.
The drug acts stronger than any other SSRI drugs. Hence, Paxil
discontinuation symptoms last for a longer period. If a dose is
missed or its dosage reduced, this drug may produce withdrawal
symptoms. Discontinuation symptoms of Paxil are stronger
compared to other SSRI drugs. SSRI drugs with longer half life are
slowly processed by the system, that is why there are no major
withdrawal symptoms observed following an interruption.
Mild, moderate or extremely distressing are the common
descriptions of Paxil withdrawal symptoms.

4. The following are the common Paxil
withdrawal symptoms:
Nausea
Dizziness or lightheadedness
Headache
Insomnia
Bloating, belching and flatulence
Diarrhea or constipation
Loss of appetite
Vomiting
Abdominal cramping
Sweating
Fever and chill
Flu like Symptoms
Feeling of 'electric zap'
Panic attacks
Vivid dreams
Depression
Suicidal thoughts
Anxiety and irritability
Aggression

5. Does Paxil withdrawal symptoms last for a long period
of time? Paxil withdrawal symptoms differ. Basically, it
lasts for several days. Nonetheless, Paxil withdrawal
symptoms may last for a month or so more often than
not. Mostly, Paxil withdrawal symptoms may last for a
period of six weeks. Most physicians may recommend a
gradual discontinuation of the drug to evade the
serious withdrawal symptoms. The logic behind the
principle is for the body to adjust to the system
without the drug present.

6. Nonetheless, a number of people still
experience withdrawal symptoms despite
discontinuing the intake of the drug slowly.
Some physicians would recommend that
another antidepressant be taken still
belonging to the same class but stays longer
in the system. However, mild to moderate
Paxil withdrawal symptoms may be managed
with a little bit of patience, help and guidance
from the physician, family and friends, a
healthy balanced diet and regular exercise.
Many patients are unaware of these withdrawal
symptoms and thus, mistook the symptoms as
a recurrence of depression or other mental
disorder. Some people who suffered so much
are now thinking of filing a Paxil lawsuit.