Paxil Alternatives

Patients who experience Paxil side effects -- or who find that Paxil does not adequately control their symptoms -- may wish to try an alternative to Paxil. Alternatives to the drug include therapy, other depression medications (such as Zoloft, Effexor, or Wellbutrin), electroconvulsive therapy, and alternative therapies (such as acupuncture).

 

Paxil Alternatives: An Overview

Paxil® (paroxetine hydrochloride) is a prescription medication used for the treatment of the following conditions:
 
Paxil is part of a group of antidepressant medications called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). For most people, Paxil is effective in treating their symptoms, and the medicine is tolerated well. However, as with all medicines, side effects can occur -- or the medicine may not adequately control a patient's symptoms. Fortunately, there are several alternatives to Paxil for depression treatment, including
 
  • Therapy
  • Other depression medications (also known as antidepressants)
  • Electroconvulsive therapy
  • Alternative therapies.
     
(This article describes alternatives to Paxil for the treatment of depression. For information on Paxil alternatives for other medical conditions, go to:
 
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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