How do I wean myself off Paxil CR?

The doctor may suggest switching to another antidepressant with a longer half-life, which may be easier to taper or cause fewer symptoms. They may suggest reducing Paxil by 10% of the last dose every 2–4 weeks using the drug’s liquid form.

What happens if you stop Paxil cold turkey?

Stopping paroxetine abruptly may result in one or more of the following withdrawal symptoms: irritability, nausea, feeling dizzy, vomiting, nightmares, headache, and/or paresthesias (prickling, tingling sensation on the skin). Depression is also a part of bipolar illness.

Can you cut paroxetine in half?

Swallow the tablet or extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it. Use only the brand of this medicine that your doctor prescribed.

What are the symptoms of Paxil withdrawal?

Abruptly stopping an antidepressant can cause minor to severe side effects. The most common effects of coming off Paxil suddenly include dizziness, vertigo, headaches, nightmares, anxiety, nausea, confusion, irritability, and insomnia.

How do I come off Paxil slowly?

Tapering it off: Do not go “cold turkey.” Your doctor will advise you to gradually reduce the dose and frequency of paroxetine over time until you are no longer taking it. This is known as tapering. Tapering helps your brain adjust to the chemical changes, and as a result, it can help prevent discontinuation symptoms.

Can you cut Paxil 10 mg in half?

Which is better Paxil or Paxil CR?

Manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline, Paxil was the first medication approved for the treatment of social anxiety disorder (SAD). Paxil CR is the longer-acting, controlled-release version of Paxil. A selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor (SSRI), Paxil slows reabsorption of the chemical serotonin in the brain.

How long does it take for your brain to heal from antidepressants?

The process of healing the brain takes quite a bit longer than recovery from the acute symptoms. In fact, our best estimates are that it takes 6 to 9 months after you are no longer symptomatically depressed for your brain to entirely recover cognitive function and resilience.