People who have certain health conditions that affect the brain may benefit from using Paxil^® (paroxetine hydrochloride). This prescription medication is approved to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Paxil works by allowing a certain chemical (serotonin) to stay in the brain for a longer period of time. Some side effects of Paxil include nausea, insomnia, and constipation.

(Click Paxil for more information on how Paxil works, a more complete list of potential side effects to look out for, and important things to tell your healthcare provider before starting the medication.)

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