Anxiety Articles A-Z
|
|
|
Some of the most common Luvox side effects include insomnia, drowsiness, and nausea. This eMedTV segment also lists some serious side effects of Luvox that you should report to your doctor, such as hallucinations and difficulty sleeping.
This eMedTV resource explains that Luvox is approved for use in treating adults, teenagers, and children who suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder. This page also outlines some off-label Luvox uses, such as treating alcoholism and depression.
Luvox Warnings and Precautions
This page on the eMedTV site covers several Luvox warnings and precautions, such as an increased risk of suicidal thoughts in some people taking Luvox and the safety of taking the drug while pregnant. This page also covers who shouldn't take Luvox.
It is possible to experience withdrawals from Luvox if the medication is quickly stopped. This eMedTV page lists potential Luvox withdrawal symptoms and describes the steps your doctor may take to minimize the chances of a withdrawal.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder afflicts millions of American adults. This eMedTV segment lists symptoms of this illness and explores its possible causes. Obcessive compulsive disorder is a common misspelling of obsessive compulsive disorder.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder causes a person to feel the urgent need to engage in certain rituals. This eMedTV article explores other symptoms of this condition. Obessive compulsive disorder is a common misspelling of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder causes constant, unwelcome thoughts or images. This eMedTV page explains how this illness affects a person and explores its causes. Obsesive compulsive disorder is a common misspelling of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder may be related to abnormal functioning in parts of the brain. This eMedTV resource explores the possible causes of this illness. Obsessive complusive disorder is a common misspelling of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
This eMedTV article explains obsessive-compulsive disorder -- a condition in which people constantly feel the need to engage in rituals, such as frequent hand-washing and cleaning. Symptoms and treatment options for the condition are also discussed.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Information
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Symptoms
Obsessive-compulsive disorder symptoms, as this eMedTV page explains, vary from episodes of minor anxiety to frequent thoughts of violence. This page lists other possible symptoms and also explains the difference between obsessions and compulsions.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by an urgent need to engage in certain rituals. This eMedTV Web page lists other possible symptoms of this illness. Obssesive compulsive disorder is a common misspelling of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Obssessive Compulsive Disorder
People with obsessive-compulsive disorder feel an urgent need to engage in certain rituals. This eMedTV page lists other symptoms and possible treatment options. Obssessive compulsive disorder is a common misspelling of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
As this eMedTV page explains, OCD is a chronic, relapsing illness in which a person is constantly bombarded with unwanted obsessions and compulsions. This page explains the condition in detail, including causes, symptoms, and available treatments.
As this eMedTV page explains, if left untreated, OCD in children can lead to drug abuse, low self-esteem, and problems in school. The page also offers treatment information, including tips for parents of children with the condition.
The most effective OCD treatment usually involves a combination of medications and behavioral therapy. This eMedTV resource explains how antidepressants are used as treatment and also includes tips on how to make treatment more effective.
A panic attack, which occurs unexpectedly, strikes a person with extreme terror and dread. This eMedTV article describes the symptoms of panic attacks and explains how they can be treated. Panic atack is a common misspelling of panic attack.
A panic attack is characterized by unexpected, intense feelings of fear and dread. This eMedTV segment offers an in-depth look at how the condition is diagnosed, possible symptoms, and important statistics.
Panic attack medication is a popular treatment method for patients with certain anxiety disorders. This eMedTV article provides an in-depth look at antidepressants and anti-anxiety medicines, the two types of medication most commonly used.
Panic attack symptoms, as this eMedTV page explains, can occur at any time, even when asleep, and include nausea, chest pain, and chills. This page discusses other possible symptoms and offers information on how long panic attacks generally last.
Panic attack treatment is not right for everyone, especially those who only experience panic attacks once. This eMedTV resource describes the medications and therapies used to treat patients who actually have a panic disorder.
People who experience panic attacks often have chronic, sudden episodes of fear that appear without warning. This eMedTV segment discusses the condition (known as panic disorder) in detail, including common symptoms and available treatment options.
People with a panic disorder often experience sudden episodes of extreme fear for no reason. This portion of the eMedTV library provides important facts on the condition, such as symptoms that may occur and treatment options that are available.
Paroxetine controlled release is a drug that is used to treat conditions like depression and panic disorder. This eMedTV Web page lists other conditions that can be treated with paroxetine controlled release and explains how the medication works.
Paroxetine Controlled Release Dosing
The starting paroxetine controlled release dose for depression treatment is 25 mg once daily. This eMedTV page also covers paroxetine controlled release dosing for the treatment of several other conditions (such as social anxiety disorder and PMDD).
This selection from the eMedTV archives features a brief overview of Paxil, a prescription drug that is used to treat several conditions, including depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Paxal is a common misspelling of Paxil.
Paxil is a drug that is used to treat depression, panic disorder, and other conditions. This eMedTV article discusses the uses and possible side effects of this drug and provides a link to more information. Paxel is a common misspelling of Paxil.
Paxil is often prescribed to treat depression, panic disorder, and several other conditions in the brain. This eMedTV segment offers an overview of this SSRI, including information on its uses, dosing, potential side effects, and more.
Alternatives to Paxil include therapy, other medications, and alternative therapy, among other things. This eMedTV page features detailed information on several Paxil alternatives, including some of the reasons a patient may wish to consider them.
In many cases, doctors will not discourage women from breastfeeding while taking Paxil. This eMedTV page further discusses Paxil and breastfeeding, including information on the clinical studies that looked at antidepressants and breastfeeding.
Dry mouth is a side effect that is reported in up to 18 percent of patients taking Paxil. This page on the eMedTV site further discusses Paxil and dry mouth, including a list of suggestions that may help if you are experiencing this side effect.
Insomnia is a side effect that occurs in up to 24 percent of people taking Paxil. This eMedTV Web page takes a closer look at Paxil and insomnia, including a list of suggestions that can help if you experience insomnia while taking Paxil.
Healthcare providers do not usually recommend taking Paxil during pregnancy. However, as this eMedTV page explains, Paxil may still be prescribed for pregnant women in certain circumstances. This page provides an overview of Paxil and pregnancy.
Paxil and Premature Ejaculation
Paxil is sometimes prescribed to treat premature ejaculation. As this portion of the eMedTV library explains, this is because delayed ejaculation is a known side effect of Paxil. This article discusses Paxil and premature ejaculation in more detail.
There may be an increased risk of suicidal behavior while taking Paxil. This eMedTV article offers more information on Paxil and suicide, including the results of clinical studies and a look at signs of suicidal behavior.
Weight gain is a potential side effect of Paxil. As this eMedTV article explains, more than 1 percent of patients in clinical trials reported weight gain while taking the drug. This article offers an overview of Paxil and weight gain.
Weight loss appears to be a possible side effect of Paxil. As discussed in this eMedTV segment, patients taking Paxil in clinical studies lost about a pound or less (on average). This resource offers a closer look at Paxil and weight loss.
In many cases, the recommended starting dose of Paxil is 20 mg. This selection from the eMedTV archives further discusses Paxil dosing guidelines and includes information on when and how to take your medication for the most effective results.
Some of the drugs that can interact with Paxil include warfarin, alcohol, and aspirin. This eMedTV resource offers an in-depth look at several drugs that can lead to Paxil drug interactions, including information on how they can lead to problems.
As explained in this eMedTV Web page, hair loss occurs in no more than 1 percent of people taking Paxil. This page offers a brief overview of Paxil induced hair loss and includes information on what to do if you experience this side effect.
