First time on Paxil

NyGirl7 · Post by **NyGirl7** » Tue Feb 09, 2010 3:56 am

Hey! Does anyone have any positive results on 20mg of Paxil? I've read so may bad reviews on the internet, but the 2 people that I know that are on it say it's very good. I'm switching from Pristiq, I took it for 5 days and it gave me panic attacks every night, and I rarely get panic attacks, so now I'm kind of turned off on it. I have severe hypochondria, so my doctor put me on this to see of it helps...

Thanks!

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Tue Feb 09, 2010 7:15 am

I went on a 10mg Paxil prescription three weeks ago. I have noticed quite a difference in the amount of irritability I experience. The medication definitely took the edge off. Also, no additional panic for me or adverse reactions (stomach upset).

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Wed Feb 10, 2010 4:07 pm

I just went on 10mg of paxil yesterday and I am hoping that it helps me. I was really scared to take it, but I pushed myself to do it.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Mar 05, 2010 7:41 am

I just started on 10mg of Paxil today is my 4th day and I notice kind of a fuzzy feeling and tired...also taking Hydroxyzine as needed. Havent used a Hydroxyzine today but I've also been home and not at work.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sun Mar 07, 2010 5:11 pm

Had an experience with antidepressants in the past. I didnt like that the drug was creating more symptoms to deal with I can handle...although todays new meds try to eliminate the side effects. I had very dry mouth, sleepiness, and trouble urinating....I discontinued it all and said to myself....I am the only one who really knows my symptoms, I just dealt with it with a strong upper lip, relaxation books, meditation, good organic foods and some exercise......came through with flying colors......Now I have to get back into that mode......its tough getting up that hill but when you are there the view is beautiful!!! creamcheese

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sat Mar 13, 2010 3:28 pm

I've been on 10mg paxil for about 10 years now for panic/anxiety and ive had conflicting reports from doctors saying that 10MG isnt really a prescribable dose that the minimum is 20MG for panic/anxiety disorder. I'm to chicken to up my dose to 20MG although quite a few doctors have told me to. I do however notice a big difference in how i feel when using the brand name paxil over the generic. Thank god my plan covers the brand name i would tell anyone to stay away from the generics.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Mar 15, 2010 6:06 am

I have been on paxil for 8 years changing doses and even trying to change meds. paxil seems to be the one that works for me and yes there are side effects, but I find them more tolerable than constant anxiety/panic and severe depression. I am curently on 30mg trying to get stable from a terrible switch. Taking meds is never what people want to do, but it is a personal decision that only you can make- taking it doesn't make you weak or inferior in any way- you have to do what you need to do to feel comfortable.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri May 21, 2010 1:36 pm

I personally, have bad both good and bad experiences with paxil. I took it mainly for anxiety and it did help me overcome some fears.

But the bad part is I felt dependent on it and it made my depression worse.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 3:26 pm

I was on Paxil as a teenager and am now taking it again. It has really helped with the panic and anxiety. But, I have this sense of "strangeness" that I can't really shake. And I find that I get really out of sorts due to PMS still. I'm scared it's psychosis and not a side effect. Any thoughts?

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sun Aug 01, 2010 3:17 pm

I took 20mg. paxil for about a year. OMG it drove me nuts. every night like clockwork about 10pm shakes-sweats-yawning Thats just my experience.