I was on 10mg of paxil for two days, made me feel weird, after a week i still feel weird, tingly and eyes hurt

Answer 1

My friend was on it and it made him feel suicidal, to the point that he was driving over a bridge and had a very strong urge to drive off the thing. That was when he got off the paxil.

Ask you doctor to put you on a different anti-depressant.

Answer 2

It takes a while for Paxil to even out in the system so some of these side effects you are having may balance out and go away while others persist. I never did lose the eye pain and sensitivity and if I am remembering right..it took a couple weeks before I felt better. I think I wanted to sleep the first week away. I actually ended up having to have the dosage adjusted. If you've been on them for a while...do not stop meds without expecting even more side effects...docs like to "wean" a patient off of Paxil to make it an easier time. I stopped cold turkey and know now that I would have had a much easier time if I had only listened to my doc. I would keep a journal too and jot down how you are feeling, side effects, diet,etc so when you go in again to talk with your doc...you'll be able to remember all the details of your progress. Good luck hon !

Answer 3

Whatever anyone tells you about the side effects etc., be sure you talk to your doctor before you go dumping them in the toilet.
I suffer from A.D.D. and depression. I tried all of the meds, but I never was prescribed paxil. I gave up on quite a few different meds they tried on me. Finally, I was given resperidol. It worked great, but after a month I just became a walking zombie. I ended up doing street drugs again. The worst- herion ( I still think crack is worse, fact is they are ALL bad!). I finally got into the methadone program. It totally changed my life. The counciling was EQUALLY IMPORTANT. There really is no magic pill, but a few minor side effects might go away. Don't give up too soon, and don't knockall meds just because 1 might not work. Especially if it doesn't work right away. Be patient AND be A patient. That's the best I can say for you. I'm 5 years clean now, but since I quit smoking 3 months ago I get some weird feelings myself now and then. Looks like I might have to go get checked out again too. There is nothing wrong with that. I actually went over 4 years with zero episodes of clinical depression, but the stopping smoking has triggered it again. funny though, it wasn't until my 3rd month of quitting that the symptoms started creeping in. I wonder if it's not the drugs that got 'stuck in the tar' ?? I hope not.
Good luck and hang in there!

Answer 4

Paroxetine

US Brand Names
Paxil
Paxil CR
Pexeva

Description

Paroxetine is used to treat mental depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder (also known as social phobia), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Paroxetine belongs to a group of medicines known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). These medicines are thought to work by increasing the activity of the chemical serotonin in the brain.



Precautions

It is important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits, to allow for changes in your dose and to help reduce any side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you develop any allergic reactions, such as skin rash or hives, while taking paroxetine.

Paroxetine may cause some people to be agitated, irritable or display other abnormal behaviors. It may also cause some people to have suicidal thoughts and tendencies or to become more depressed. If you or your caregiver notice any of these adverse effects, tell your doctor right away.

Do not suddenly stop taking your paroxetine. If you have been instructed to stop taking paroxetine, ask your doctor how to slowly decrease the dose. This is to decrease the chance of having discontinuation symptoms such as agitation, breathing problems, chest pain, confusion, diarrhea, dizziness or light-headedness, fast heartbeat, headache, increased sweating, muscle pain, nausea, restlessness, runny nose, trouble in sleeping, trembling or shaking, unusual tiredness or weakness, vision changes, or vomiting.

Paroxetine has not been shown to add to the effects of alcohol. However, use of alcohol is not recommended in patients who are taking paroxetine.

Paroxetine may cause some people to become drowsy or have blurred vision. Make sure you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert or able to see clearly.

Answer 5

Usually they say to give it a full 2 weeks. But I would call your doctor and see what he say's.

Answer 6

That is side effects of the drug... Call your doctor & ask for something else.