What is the difference between Paxil And Paxil CR?

Question

Is Paxil CR less addictive and once your off of it does it have withdrawal symptoms

Answer 1

A briefer answer.

They are the same medicine, in different forms. The "CR" means "controlled release". In other words, the dose is release over time, not at once.

Answer 2

I haven't been on Paxil, but I've been on a couple of similar medications in the regular form and then the controlled release form and have found that the CR is much easier to go off of. For example, I had terrible withdrawal from Effexor, but not with the entended release formula. I would start feeling it if I was even an hour late on a dose with the immediate release type...did not have that happen with the other kind.

Answer 3

Paxil CR means, "controlled release". When your serotonin level gets low, the Paxil kicks in automatically. Basically if it "dips" during the day, that is why it's called "controlled release".

Answer 4

side effects of
paxil

Paxil Oral
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Does this medication have side effects?

The following side effects are associated with Paxil Oral:

Common side effects:
Dry Mouth Less Severe
Incomplete or Infrequent Bowel Movements Less Severe
Drowsiness Less Severe
Dizzy Less Severe
Abnormal Trouble Sleeping Less Severe
Excessive Sweating Less Severe
Involuntary Quivering Less Severe
Head Pain Less Severe
Feel Like Throwing Up Less Severe
Throwing Up Less Severe
Diarrhea Less Severe
Difficult or Painful Urination Less Severe
Cannot Empty Bladder Less Severe
Frequent Urination Less Severe
Feeling Weak Less Severe
Sexual Problems Less Severe
Problem with Ejaculation Less Severe


Infrequent side effects:
Feeling Restless Severe
Myoclonus Severe
Muscle Disease Severe
Problems with Eyesight Severe
Abnormal Heart Rhythm Severe
Widening of Blood Vessels Severe
Sinus Irritation and Congestion Severe
Inflammation or Infection of Vagina Severe
Muscle Weakness Severe
Muscle Pain Severe
Rash Severe
Heart Throbbing or Pounding Severe
Chest Pain Severe
Abnormal Liver Function Tests Severe
Confused Severe
Blurred Vision Less Severe
Inflammation of the Nose Less Severe
Inability to have an Erection Less Severe
Backache Less Severe
Abnormal Increase in Muscle Tone Less Severe
Taste Problems Less Severe
Loss of Appetite Less Severe
Weight Gain Less Severe
Weight Loss Less Severe
Increased Hunger Less Severe
Fast Heartbeat Less Severe
Cough Less Severe
Gas Less Severe
Stomach Cramps Less Severe
Nervous Less Severe
Numbness and Tingling Less Severe
Anxious Less Severe
Altered Interest in Having Sexual Intercourse Less Severe


Rare side effects:
Hyperactive Behavior Severe
Extrapyramidal Reaction Severe
Serotonin Syndrome - Adverse Drug Interaction Severe
High Blood Pressure Severe
Abnormally Long or Heavy Periods Severe
Hallucination Severe
Diminished or Slow Movement Severe
Voluntary Movement Difficulty Severe
Difficulty Speaking Severe
Low Amount of Sodium in the Blood Severe
Increased Risk of Bleeding Severe
Behaving with Excessive Cheerfulness and Activity Severe
Mild Degree of Mania Severe
Having Thoughts of Suicide Severe
Nightmares Less Severe
Migraine Headache Less Severe
Orgasm Problems Less Severe
Sun-Sensitive Skin Less Severe
Eczema Less Severe
Cannot Focus Thoughts Less Severe
Loss of Memory Less Severe
Yawning Less Severe
Yeast Infection of Vagina and Vulva Less Severe

Paxil cr
Does this medication have side effects?

The following side effects are associated with Paxil CR Oral:

Common side effects:
Dry Mouth Less Severe
Incomplete or Infrequent Bowel Movements Less Severe
Drowsiness Less Severe
Dizzy Less Severe
Abnormal Trouble Sleeping Less Severe
Excessive Sweating Less Severe
Involuntary Quivering Less Severe
Head Pain Less Severe
Feel Like Throwing Up Less Severe
Throwing Up Less Severe
Diarrhea Less Severe
Difficult or Painful Urination Less Severe
Cannot Empty Bladder Less Severe
Frequent Urination Less Severe
Feeling Weak Less Severe
Sexual Problems Less Severe
Problem with Ejaculation Less Severe


Infrequent side effects:
Feeling Restless Severe
Myoclonus Severe
Muscle Disease Severe
Problems with Eyesight Severe
Abnormal Heart Rhythm Severe
Widening of Blood Vessels Severe
Sinus Irritation and Congestion Severe
Inflammation or Infection of Vagina Severe
Muscle Weakness Severe
Muscle Pain Severe
Rash Severe
Heart Throbbing or Pounding Severe
Chest Pain Severe
Abnormal Liver Function Tests Severe
Confused Severe
Blurred Vision Less Severe
Inflammation of the Nose Less Severe
Inability to have an Erection Less Severe
Backache Less Severe
Abnormal Increase in Muscle Tone Less Severe
Taste Problems Less Severe
Loss of Appetite Less Severe
Weight Gain Less Severe
Weight Loss Less Severe
Increased Hunger Less Severe
Fast Heartbeat Less Severe
Cough Less Severe
Gas Less Severe
Stomach Cramps Less Severe
Nervous Less Severe
Numbness and Tingling Less Severe
Anxious Less Severe
Altered Interest in Having Sexual Intercourse Less Severe


Rare side effects:
Hyperactive Behavior Severe
Extrapyramidal Reaction Severe
Serotonin Syndrome - Adverse Drug Interaction Severe
High Blood Pressure Severe
Abnormally Long or Heavy Periods Severe
Hallucination Severe
Diminished or Slow Movement Severe
Voluntary Movement Difficulty Severe
Difficulty Speaking Severe
Low Amount of Sodium in the Blood Severe
Increased Risk of Bleeding Severe
Behaving with Excessive Cheerfulness and Activity Severe
Mild Degree of Mania Severe
Having Thoughts of Suicide Severe
Nightmares Less Severe
Migraine Headache Less Severe
Orgasm Problems Less Severe
Sun-Sensitive Skin Less Severe
Eczema Less Severe
Cannot Focus Thoughts Less Severe
Loss of Memory Less Severe
Yawning Less Severe
Yeast Infection of Vagina and Vulva Less Sever

Never suddenly stop taking antidepressants. The use of any antidepressant should be tapered off slowly and only under the supervision of a health professional. Abruptly stopping antidepressant medications can cause negative side effects or a relapse into another depressive episode.

because they are both strong maio's before coming off of them should be done with a dr slowly.