Pexep 40 Tablet [Paroxetine (40mg)]

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pexep 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pexep 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pexep 40 Tablet.

- Pregnancy : UNSAFE

Pexep 40 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

- Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pexep 40 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Pexep 40 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : CAUTION

Pexep 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pexep 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

- Liver : CAUTION

Pexep 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pexep 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Pexep 40 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

strip of 10 tablets

Chemical Class :: Phenylpiperidine Derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS
Action Class :: Selective Seretonin Reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

Treatment of Depression|Treatment of Panic disorder|Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Store below 30?C

Q. After how many days of taking Pexep 40 Tablet will I start feeling better?::: You may start to see an improvement in your symptoms after 1-2 weeks of starting the treatment. In case you do not see any improvement, do not stop the medicine and consult your doctor. It may take around 4-6 weeks to see the full benefits of the medicine.| Q. I feel that my symptoms have worsened after having started taking Pexep 40 Tablet. Can I stop it on my own or do I need to consult the doctor?::: No, do not stop taking Pexep 40 Tablet abruptly, without consulting your doctor. This is a common problem with Pexep 40 Tablet that initially you may feel that your symptoms have worsened but the benefits start appearing after 1-2 weeks. If the worsening does not improve even after 1-2 weeks, you must consult your doctor.| Q. Can Pexep 40 Tablet affect my sex life?::: Yes, Pexep 40 Tablet use may affect your sex life. It can cause decreased sexual desire and inability to reach orgasm in both men and women. Additionally, men may even experience abnormal erection and ejaculation.| Q. What is the effect of Pexep 40 Tablet on children?::: Pexep 40 Tablet should not be used in children under 18 years of age. The reason being, patients under 18 have an increased risk of experiencing side effects such as suicidal thoughts, aggression, oppositional behavior and anger when they take Pexep 40 Tablet. If your doctor has prescribed Pexep 40 Tablet for your child and you are worried about these side effects, discuss it with your doctor.| Q. I have been taking tamoxifen for breast cancer. Can I take Pexep 40 Tablet with it?::: No, you should not take Pexep 40 Tablet if you are receiving tamoxifen. Tamoxifen often causes hot flashes (episodes of feeling extremely hot), which can be treated with Pexep 40 Tablet. But Pexep 40 Tablet may reduce the effectiveness of tamoxifen and can lead to recurrence of breast cancer.| Q. Do I need to be careful while taking Pexep 40 Tablet if I am a diabetic?::: Yes, you need to be careful while taking this medicine if you are a diabetic. Pexep 40 Tablet may alter your blood sugar levels and your dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment. Talk to your doctor regarding this and keep a regular check on your blood sugar levels.