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Product
description: If you've been recently diagnosed with an anxiety
disorder, there's no better treatment to rely on than Seroxat. Seroxat
is the number one prescribed antidepressant for anxiety and gets rid of
most symptoms completely in as little as 12 weeks. Seroxat is part of
the family of antidepressants known as selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitors (SSRIs). Besides anxiety disorders, Seroxat is also very
effective at treating: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD),
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Depression.
How to
use this product: Seroxat should be taken once a day, either in the
morning or evening with or without food. Startup doses with Seroxat vary
depending on the individual and the condition being treated. The normal
starting dose is 10 mg to 20 mg a day. Your doctor can increase your
dosage as needed. For people over the age of 65, people with kidney
problems or people with compromised liver conditions, the initial
startup dose is 10 mg a day.
Side
effects: Seroxat is generally well tolerated by most patients. As
with many medications however, there can be side effects. Some of the
most common side effects are:
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Decreased appetite
- Dry
mouth
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Sweating
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Nausea
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Constipation
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Sexual side effects in men and women
- Yawn
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Tremor
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Sleepiness
Precautions: DO NOT take Seroxat if you have taken a monoamine
oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan) or
tranylcypromine (Parnate) within the last 2 weeks. Serious, and
sometimes fatal, reactions have occurred when these medicines have been
used together. Also, before taking Seroxat, tell your doctor if you have
seizures, liver disease, kidney disease, manic disorder, or thoughts of
suicide. If you are pregnant or nursing, do not take Seroxat without
consulting with your doctor first.
Drug
interactions: DO NOT take Seroxat with monoamine oxidase inhibitors
(MAOIs) or any other type of antidepressant. Otherwise, serious side
effects may occur. Before you begin taking Seroxat, be sure and tell
your doctor about any prescription and non-prescription medications you
are taking.
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