Generic name: paroxetine hydrochloride hemihydrate
Dosage form: oral suspension
Drug class:Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 1, 2021.
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BOXED WARNING
WARNING: SUICIDAL THOUGHTS AND BEHAVIORS
Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in pediatric and young adult patients in short-term studies. Closely monitor all antidepressant-treated patients for clinical worsening, and for emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]. Paroxetine is not approved for use in pediatric patients [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4)].
INDICATIONS & USAGE
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