Paxil (paroxetine) can help to treat premature ejaculation (PE). Paxil is prescribed “off label” by physicians, which means that the medication is typically used to treat another condition. Below is a brief list of some things you may need to know about the drug:
• Type: selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
• Typical dose: 20 milligrams per day
• Side effects: nausea, headache, sleepiness, dry mouth, dizziness
• What to expect: may take 3 to 6 weeks to see benefits for PE; must be taken every day
Should be used with caution by men with liver or kidney disease, bipolar disorder, bleeding disorders, or glaucoma or who have recently had a heart attack
Notes: May interact with the anti-seizure drug phenobarbital, warfarin (Coumadin), alcohol, and some other antidepressants.
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