Paxil For Fibromyalgia

What You Need To Know About Paxil for Fibromyalgia.

Paxil, or paroxetine hydrochloride, was first introduced in 1992 by GlaxoSmithKline to treat depression, which is a major symptom of fibromyalgia. Paxil works by reducing the uptake of serotonin in the brain, which is known to help with depression and certain mood disorders. The drug is in a group called Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs). In 2006 and 2007, Paxil was rated one of the fifth most-prescribed antidepressants by physicians. People who suffer from fibromyalgia exhibit symptoms such as wide-spread muscle pain, difficulty achieving deep sleep patterns, joint pain, extreme fatigue and depression.

Paxil is a drug that is commonly prescribed to treat some of the symptoms of fibromyalgia, specifically depression, and is usually tolerated well by fibromyalgia sufferers. There are other forms of Paxil that can be prescribed by physicians to treat symptoms of depression in fibromyalgia sufferers. Other forms of Paxil are Paxil CR, Pexeva and generic Paxil (Paroxetine). Paxil CR is a controlled-release form of Paxil which comes in 12.5 mg, 25 mg and 37.5 mg tablets. Pexeva is closely related to Paxil and is prescribed in 10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg and 40 mg tablets. Paroxetine, the generic version of Paxil, could be more cost effective than the name brand. Paroxetine is administered in 10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg and 40 mg dosages. Generic Paxil is manufactured by several companies, such as Teva Pharmaceuticals and Sandoz Pharmaceuticals.

The FDA has conducted tests on paroxetine to determine if this generic product performs as well as the name brand, Paxil. The conclusion is that paroxetine is equivalent to paxil in treating depression and other mood disorders, part of which is associated with fibromyalgia. Paxil has been shown to contribute to weight gain and increased suicidal thoughts in people who take the drug, which are of great concern for people who suffer from fibromyalgia. Other side effects of Paxil are nausea, male genital disorders, sweating and agitation, just to name a few.

Withdrawal from the drug can have severe side effects. GlaxoSmithKline has had legal troubles in the past in that they mislead the public regarding withdrawal symptoms of Paxil and the fact that the use of Paxil increased the suicide rate in teens. If you suffer from fibromyalgia, or any type of disease, you should always consult your physcian before taking a new drug. Paxil may interact with certain other drugs. If you think you are, or may be, pregnant, talk with your doctor before taking Paxil.