What side effects can this medication cause?
Side effects from paroxetine may include the following:
drowsiness
nausea
anxiety
dry mouth
constipation
diarrhea
decreased or eliminated sexual desire
delayed or eliminated orgasm
rash
restlessness
itch
reduction in sexual desire and capacity
sodium depletion
changes in urination
changes in appetite
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
headache
sleepiness or insomnia
weakness
nausea
vomiting
diarrhea
constipation
decreased sex drive
impotence
difficulty having an orgasm
dry mouth
tremor
nervousness
anxiety trouble concentrating
changes in appetite or weight
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
difficulty breathing
closing of the throat
swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives
low blood pressure
high blood pressure
unusual bleeding or bruising
fever or chills
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Why is this medication prescribed?
Dosage and using this medicine
What special precautions should I follow?
What should I do if I forget a dose?