1. Paroxetine oral tablet is available in immediate-release and extended-release forms. It’s also available as both a generic drug and a brand-name drug. Brand names: Paxil, Paxil CR, and Pexeva.
  2. Paroxetine is also available in a capsule and suspension.
  3. If you are unwilling or unable to take estrogen, Paroxetine 7.5mg capsule is indicated once daily at night to treat the symptoms of menopause.
  4. Paroxetine can be used to treat a number of disorders.

  • Serotonin syndrome warning: This drug can cause a potentially life-threatening condition called serotonin syndrome. It can be caused by this drug alone or with the use of other medications that have similar effects. Symptoms of serotonin syndrome can include:
    • The movement is called the agitation.
    • There are feelings of hallucinations.
    • There is There is confusion..
    • Thinking is a problem.
    • A A coma..
    • coordination problems
    • The muscles twitching are over active reflexes.
  • Worsened depression warning: Paroxetine may worsen your depression. If you experience any unusual changes in behavior, especially during the first few months of treatment or when your dose changes, call your doctor. These can include:
    • anxiety
    • It is restless.
    • panic attacks
    • There is There is sleeplessness..
    • “Is it possible that I’m Irrisponsible?”
    • Aggressive.
    • acting on dangerous impulses
    • Have thoughts about suicide.
    • Mood swings are very extreme.
  • Stopping treatment warning: If you’re stopping treatment with this drug, it should be done gradually over 2–4 weeks and with your doctor’s guidance. Don’t stop taking this drug abruptly. Withdrawal symptoms can occur when this drug is stopped too quickly. Symptoms of withdrawal include:
    • anxiety
    • “Is it possible that I’m Irrisponsible?”
    • It is restless.
    • Changes in sleep habits.
    • There is a throbbing head.
    • sweating
    • nausea
    • dizziness
    • shaking
    • There is There is confusion..
  • When you stop treatment with paroxetine, you should be monitored for some symptoms.

Paroxetine oral tablet is a prescription drug. It’s available in immediate-release and extended-release forms. These forms are available as the brand-name drugs Paxil, Paxil CR, and Pexeva. All brands do not treat all conditions.

Paroxetine is a generic drug. Generic drugs are usually cheaper than brand-name versions. They may not be available in all strengths or forms as brand-name drugs.

Paroxetine is also available as an oral capsule and an oral solution.

Why it’s used

Paroxetine can be used to treat a number of conditions.

A combination therapy may include Paroxetine. You may need to take it with other drugs.

How it works

Paroxetine belongs to a class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). A class of drugs is a group of medications that work in a similar way. These drugs are often used to treat similar conditions.

Serotonin is a hormone that your body makes and releases in your brain. Serotonin helps with symptoms of depression.

Paroxetine can cause drowsiness and can affect your ability to make decisions. You should not drive, use heavy machinery, or do other activities that involve drugs until you know how this drug affects you.

Paroxetine can also cause other side effects.

The more common side effects of paroxetine are:

  • nausea
  • It is too sleepy.
  • weakness
  • dizziness
  • anxiousness or There is There is sleeplessness..
  • delayed ejaculation.
  • decreased desire for sex
  • Is it possible to be impotent?
  • sweating
  • shaking
  • decreased appetite
  • The mouth is dry.
  • It is a problem of the colon.
  • It is an infectious disease
  • yawning

If the effects are mild, they may go away in a few days or weeks. If they are more severe, you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Serious side effects

If you have serious side effects, call your doctor. If you think you are having a medical emergency, call the emergency room. There are serious side effects and their symptoms.

  • Changes in mood, anxiety, or behavior, such as:
    • New or worsened depression.
    • New or worsened panic attacks.
    • thoughts of death or suicide
    • Attempting suicide.
    • acting on dangerous impulses
    • Aggressive or violent behavior.
    • The movement is called the agitation., It is restless., anger, or “Is it possible that I’m Irrisponsible?”
    • There is There is sleeplessness..
    • Increased activity or talking more than usual for you.
  • Serotonin syndrome or neuroleptic malignant syndrome-like reactions. Symptoms can include:
    • The movement is called the agitation., There are feelings of hallucinations., A A coma.., There is There is confusion.., and Thinking is a problem.
    • coordination problems or The muscles twitching are over active reflexes.
    • The rigidity of the muscle.
    • The heartbeat is racing.
    • Low or high blood pressure.
    • sweating
    • There is a high degree of There is a high degree of fever..
    • Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea can be experienced.
  • Eye problems, such as:
    • Eye pain.
    • Changes in vision.
    • redness around your eyes
  • Severe allergic reactions. Symptoms can include:
    • breathing problems
    • There is There is swelling of your face, tongue, eyes, or mouth..
    • There is a rash.
    • There areitchy welts.
    • blisters
    • There is a high degree of There is a high degree of fever..
    • Joint pain.
  • Abnormal bleeding.
  • There are convulsions orSeizures.
  • Manic episodes. Symptoms can include:
    • Increased energy
    • Difficult to sleep.
    • thoughts
    • reckless behavior.
    • Unusually grand ideas.
    • excessive happiness or “Is it possible that I’m Irrisponsible?”
    • Talking faster than usual.
  • Changes in appetite and weight.
  • Low sodium levels. Symptoms can include:
    • There is a throbbing head.
    • It could be weakness or feeling shaky.
    • There is There is confusion.., problems concentrating or thinking, or memory problems
  • Bone fracture. Symptoms can include:
    • unexplained bone pain
    • It was tender.
    • swelling
    • It was bruised.

Paroxetine and suicide

Paroxetine may cause or increase suicidal thoughts. The risk is high during the first few months of treatment. Children, teenagers, and young adults are at highest risk for these symptoms. If you experience sudden changes in your behavior, thoughts, or mood while taking this drug, contact your doctor immediately.

There is more information about antidepressants and suicide risk here.

Disclaimer: Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs affect each person differently, we cannot guarantee that this information includes all possible side effects. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always discuss possible side effects with a healthcare professional who knows your medical history.

You can interact with other drugs with Paroxetine oral tablet. An interaction is when a substance changes the way a drug works. This can cause the drug to work differently.

Your doctor should keep your medications in a safe place. Tell your doctor about all your medication and supplements. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about how this drug might interact with other drugs.

There are drugs that can cause interactions with paroxetine.

Drugs you should not take with paroxetine

Do not take these drugs with paroxetine. Taking these drugs with paroxetine can cause dangerous effects in your body. Examples of these drugs include:

  • Thioridazine. Taking this drug with paroxetine can cause serious heart rhythm problems or sudden death.
  • Pimozide. Taking this drug with paroxetine can cause serious heart problems.
  • Monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, such as isocarboxazid, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine. Taking these drugs with paroxetine increases your risk of serotonin syndrome so much that they should not be taken with paroxetine. You should wait at least 14 days between use of paroxetine and these drugs.
  • Tryptophan (found in dietary supplements). Taking tryptophan with paroxetine increases your risk of serotonin syndrome. It should not be taken with paroxetine.
  • Linezolid and intravenous methylene blue. Taking these drugs with paroxetine increases your risk of serotonin syndrome so much that they should not be used together.

Interactions that can increase your risk of side effects

Paroxetine is a drug that raises the risk of side effects. These drugs can be examples.

  • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen and naproxen, as well as aspirin and warfarin. Taking these drugs with paroxetine can increase your risk of bleeding or bruising.
  • sumatriptan is a triptan.
  • There is a substance called Lithium.
  • “Fentanyl, tramadol, and St. John’s wort are serotonergic drugs. Taking these drugs with paroxetine can increase your risk of depression.”
  • lisdexamfetamine and methamphetamine are amphetamines. Taking these drugs with paroxetine can increase your risk of depression.
  • Theophylline. Taking this drug with paroxetine can increase your risk of It is restless., trouble sleeping, and “Is it possible that I’m Irrisponsible?”.
  • Risperidone. Taking this drug with paroxetine can increase your risk of sleeping difficulty, anxiety, It is restless., and It is a problem of the colon..
  • Cimetidine is a drug.
  • Antiarrhythmics include propafenone and flecainide.
  • chlorpromazine and fluphenazine are pheothiazines.
  • Tricyclic antidepressants include amitriptyline, imipramine, and desipramine.
  • Quinidine. Taking this drug with paroxetine can increase your risk of tiredness, decreased appetite, sweating, The mouth is dry., and decreased desire for sex.

Interactions that can make drugs less effective

“Taking paroxetine with other drugs may cause one or both of them to not work. The interaction between the drugs may cause a decrease in your body’s ability to use paroxetine or another drug. These drugs can be examples.”

  • tamoxifen, a breast cancer drug
  • digoxin is a drug.
  • protease inhibitors, such as fosamprenavir and ritonavir
  • phenobarbital
  • phenytoin is very strong.

Disclaimer: Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs interact differently in each person, we cannot guarantee that this information includes all possible interactions. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always speak with your healthcare professional about possible interactions with all prescription drugs, vitamins, herbs and supplements, and over-the-counter drugs that you are taking.

There are several warnings for Paroxetine oral tablet.

Allergy warning

This drug can cause a reaction. Symptoms can include:

  • breathing problems
  • There is There is swelling of your face, tongue, eyes, or mouth..
  • There is a rash., itchy welts (hives), or blisters, alone or with There is a high degree of There is a high degree of fever.. or joint pain

If you have an allergic reaction, call your doctor or poison control center. If you have a serious illness, you can call the emergency room.

Don’t take this drug again if you’ve ever had an allergic reaction to it. Taking it again could be fatal (cause death).

Alcohol interaction

You should avoid drinks that have alcohol.

Warnings for people with certain health conditions

For people with glauA A coma..: Paroxetine may dilate your pupils, which may trigger a glauA A coma.. attack. Notify your doctor if you have glauA A coma.. before taking this drug.

For people with bipolar disorder: Caution should be used when taking this drug if you have bipolar disorder. Taking paroxetine alone may trigger a mixed or manic episode.

For people with seizures: Caution should be used when taking this drug if you have a history of seizures. If seizures occur while you take this drug, you should stop taking it and contact your doctor.

For people with kidney disease: If you have kidney disease, your kidneys may not be able to get rid of this drug as well as they should. This may cause levels of the drug to build up in your body and cause more side effects.

For people with liver disease: If you have liver disease, your body may not be able to process this drug as well as it should. This may increase the levels of this drug to build up in your body and cause more side effects.

Warnings for other groups

For pregnant people: Talk with your doctor if you’re pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Ask your doctor to tell you about the specific harm that may be done to the fetus. This drug should be only used if the potential risk is acceptable given the drug’s potential benefit. Call your doctor right away if you become pregnant while taking this drug.

Brisdelle, a brand-name drug containing paroxetine used to treat menopausal symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats, is contraindicated in pregnancy. This is due to the FDA-approved indication of Brisdelle for vasomotor symptoms (VMS) associated with menopause. Other brand names (Paxil, Paxil CR, Paxeva) and the generic (paroxetine) are not contraindicated in pregnancy.

For people who are nursing: This drug passes into breast milk and may cause side effects in a child who is nursed. Caution should be used when taking this drug while nursing. Talk with your doctor if you nurse your child. You may need to decide whether to stop nursing or stop taking this medication.

For seniors: The kidneys of older adults may not work as well as they used to. This can cause your body to process drugs more slowly. As a result, more of a drug stays in your body for a longer time. This raises your risk of side effects.

If you’re over age 65, you may be at higher risk of developing side effects while taking this drug, including low sodium levels in your blood (hyponatremia).

For children: It is not known if this drug is safe for use in people younger than 18 years.

This information is for paroxetine. Drug forms and dosages may not be included here. How often you take the drug will depend on:

  • Your age.
  • The condition is being treated.
  • How bad is your condition?
  • You have other medical conditions.
  • How do you react to the first dose?

Forms and strengths

Generic: Paroxetine

  • Form: Immediate-release oral tablet
  • Strengths: 10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg
  • Form: Extended-release oral tablet
  • Strengths: 12.5 mg, 25 mg, 37.5 mg

Brand: Paxil

  • Form: Immediate-release oral tablet
  • Strengths: 10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg

Brand: Paxil CR

  • Form: Extended-release oral tablet
  • Strengths: 12.5 mg, 25 mg, 37.5 mg

Brand: Pexeva

  • Form: Immediate-release oral tablet
  • Strengths: 10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg

Dosage for major Depression disorder.

The adult dosage is 18 to 64 years old.

You should take it in one dose. You should be on the lowest dose.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • The starting dose is 20.
    • “If you don’t respond to the 20-mg dose, your doctor will increase it by 10 percent each week.”
    • The maximum daily dose should not be over 50.
  • Extended-release oral tablets (Paxil CR):
    • The initial dose is 25.
    • “If you don’t respond to the 25-mg dose, your doctor will increase it by 12.5 percent each week.”
    • The maximum daily dose is 62.5.

The child dosage is 0 to 17 years old.

It is not known if this drug is safe for use in people younger than 18 years.

The senior dosage is 65 years old.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.
  • Extended-release oral tablets (Paxil CR):
    • The starting dose is 12.5.
    • 50 percent of the daily dose is needed.

Special considerations for the amount of medicine.

For severe disease of the kidneys.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.
  • Extended-release oral tablets (Paxil CR):
    • The starting dose is 12.5.
    • 50 percent of the daily dose is needed.

For severe disease of the body.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.
  • Extended-release oral tablets (Paxil CR):
    • The recommended starting dose is 12.5 tablets per day.
    • 50 percent of the daily dose is the maximum.

Dosage for obsessive-compulsive disorder. (OCD)

The adult dosage is 18 to 64 years old.

You should take it in one dose. You should be on the lowest dose.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • The starting dose is 20.
    • 40 million day is the target dose. Your doctor will increase your dose by 10 percent each week to get to the target dose.
    • 60 percent of the time is the maximum dose.

The child dosage is 0 to 17 years old.

It is not known if this drug is safe for use in people younger than 18 years.

The senior dosage is 65 years old.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.

Special considerations for the amount of medicine.

For severe disease of the kidneys.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.

For severe disease of the body.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.

Dosage for panic disorder is a disorder.

The adult dosage is 18 to 64 years old.

You should take it in one dose. You should be on the lowest dose.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10 is the average starting dose.
    • 40 is the target dose. Your doctor will increase your dose by 10 percent each week to get to the target dose.
    • 60 percent of the time is the maximum dose.
  • Extended-release oral tablets (Paxil CR):
    • The initial dose is about 12 million units per day.
    • “If you don’t respond to the dose, your doctor will increase it by 12.5 percent each week.”
    • 75 percent of the time is the maximum dose.

The child dosage is 0 to 17 years old.

It is not known if this drug is safe for use in people younger than 18 years.

The senior dosage is 65 years old.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10mg is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.
  • Extended-release oral tablets (Paxil CR):
    • The starting dose is 12.5.
    • 50 percent of the daily dose is needed.

Special considerations for the amount of medicine.

For severe disease of the kidneys.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.
  • Extended-release oral tablets (Paxil CR):
    • The starting dose is 12.5.
    • 50 percent of the daily dose is needed.

For severe disease of the body.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.
  • Extended-release oral tablets (Paxil CR):
    • The recommended starting dose is 12.5 tablets per day.
    • 50 percent of the daily dose is the maximum.

Dosage for Social anxiety disorder is a mental illness.

The adult dosage is 18 to 64 years old.

You should take it in one dose. You should be on the lowest dose.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil):
    • The starting dose is 20.
    • “Your doctor will increase your dose by 10 percent each week if you don’t get a 20-mg dose.”
    • The recommended dose to treat Social anxiety disorder is a mental illness. is 20–60 mg per day.
  • Extended-release oral tablets (Paxil CR):
    • The initial dose is about 12 million units per day.
    • “If you don’t respond to the dose, your doctor will increase it by 12.5 percent each week.”
    • The maximum daily dose is 37.5.

The child dosage is 0 to 17 years old.

It is not known if this drug is safe for use in people younger than 18 years.

The senior dosage is 65 years old.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil):
    • 10mg is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.
  • Extended-release oral tablets (Paxil CR):
    • The starting dose is 12.5.
    • 50 percent of the daily dose is needed.

Special considerations for the amount of medicine.

For severe disease of the kidneys.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.
  • Extended-release oral tablets (Paxil CR):
    • The starting dose is 12.5.
    • 50 percent of the daily dose is needed.

For severe disease of the body.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.
  • Extended-release oral tablets (Paxil CR):
    • The starting dose is 12.5.

Dosage for generalized anxiety disorder is a mental disorder. (GAD)

The adult dosage is 18 to 64 years old.

You should take it in one dose. You should be on the lowest dose.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • The starting dose is 20.
    • “Your doctor will increase your dose by 10 percent each week if you don’t get a 20-mg dose.”
    • The recommended dose to treat GAD is 20–50 percent.

The child dosage is 0 to 17 years old.

It is not known if this drug is safe for use in people younger than 18 years.

The senior dosage is 65 years old.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10mg is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.

Special considerations for the amount of medicine.

For severe disease of the kidneys.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.

For severe disease of the body.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil, Pexeva):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.

Dosage for Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental disorder. (PTSD)

The adult dosage is 18 to 64 years old.

You should take it in one dose. You should be on the lowest dose.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil):
    • The starting dose is 20.
    • “Your doctor will increase your dose by 10 percent each week if you don’t get a 20-mg dose.”
    • The recommended dose to treat the disorder is 20–50 percent.

The child dosage is 0 to 17 years old.

It is not known if this drug is safe for use in people younger than 18 years.

The senior dosage is 65 years old.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil):
    • 10mg is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.

Special considerations for the amount of medicine.

For severe disease of the kidneys.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.

For severe disease of the body.

  • Immediate-release oral tablets (Paxil):
    • 10 is the recommended starting dose.
    • 40 percent of the day is the maximum dose.

Dosage for Premenstrual Dysphoric disorder is a condition.

The adult dosage is 18 to 64 years old.

You should take it in one dose. You should be on the lowest dose.

  • Extended-release oral (Paxil CR):
    • The starting dose is usually taken in the morning.
    • Your dose can be increased up to 25 percent if you have any symptoms.
    • At least 1 week should be the interval for the changes.
    • The maximum dose is 50 mg per day to treat Premenstrual Dysphoric disorder is a condition..

The child dosage is 0 to 17 years old.

It is not known if this drug is safe for use in people younger than 18 years.

The senior dosage is 65 years old.

  • Extended-release oral (Paxil CR):
    • The starting dose is 12.5mg once per day.
    • 50 percent of the daily dose is needed.

Special considerations for the amount of medicine.

For severe disease of the kidneys.

  • Extended-release oral (Paxil CR):
    • The starting dose is 12.5.
    • 50 percent of the daily dose is needed.

For severe disease of the body.

  • Extended-release oral (Paxil CR):
    • The starting dose is 12.5.
    • 50 percent of the daily dose is needed.

Disclaimer: Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs affect each person differently, we cannot guarantee that this list includes all possible dosages. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always speak with your doctor or pharmacist about dosages that are right for you.

“Paroxetine can be used for long-term or short-term treatment. It comes with serious risks if you don’t take it as prescribed.”

If you stop taking the drug suddenly or don’t take it at all: If you don’t take it at all, your condition won’t get any better. If you suddenly stop taking it, you may see symptoms, such as anxiety, “Is it possible that I’m Irrisponsible?”, high or low mood, It is restless., Changes in sleep habits., There is a throbbing head., sweating, nausea, dizziness, electric shock-like sensations, shaking, and There is There is confusion…

If you miss doses or don’t take the drug on schedule: Your medication may not work as well or may stop working completely. For this drug to work well, a certain amount needs to be in your body at all times.

If you take too much: You could have dangerous levels of the drug in your body. Symptoms of an overdose of this drug can include:

  • It is too sleepy.
  • dizziness
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • fast heart rate
  • There was a small earthquake.
  • There is There is confusion..
  • A A coma..

If you think you have taken too much of this drug, you should call your doctor. If you have a serious illness, you should call the emergency room.

What to do if you miss a dose: Take your dose as soon as you remember. But if you remember just a few hours before your next scheduled dose, take only one dose. Never try to catch up by taking two doses at once. This could result in dangerous side effects.

How to tell if the drug is working.

  • Major Depression disorder.. You should have decreased feelings of depression and your mood should improve.
  • OCD. You should have decreased feelings of obsessions and compulsions.
  • Panic disorder. You should have decreased feelings of anxiety and panic.
  • Social anxiety disorder. You should have decreased feelings of anxiety.
  • GAD. You should have decreased feelings of anxiety.
  • PTSD. You should have decreased feelings of anxiety, memories, or dreams of traumatic events (flashbacks) and nightmares.
  • Premenstrual dysphoric disorder. You should have decreased tiredness, “Is it possible that I’m Irrisponsible?”, mood swings, There is There is sleeplessness.., and anxiety.

If your doctor prescribes paroxetine oral tablets, keep these considerations in mind.

General

  • You can take this drug with or without food.
  • Take the oral tablet in the morning.
  • You can crush or cut the oral tablet.
  • “You can’t chew, crush, or cut the extended-release tablet. It must be completely eaten.”
  • Not every pharmacy has all of the drug. When filling a prescription, be sure to call ahead.

Storage

  • The oral tablets should be kept in a room that is between 59F and 86F. The tablets should be kept at or below 77F.
  • Keep this drug away from the light.
  • “Don’t store this medication in damp areas.”

Refills

“A prescription is not required. You don’t need a new prescription for this medication to be changed. Your doctor will write the number of refill you authorize.”

Travel

Traveling with your medication.

  • Carry your medication with you. Never put it in a checked bag. It should be in your carry-on bag.
  • “Don’t worry about the machines. They can not hurt your medication.”
  • You may need to show the pharmacy label to the airport staff. You should always carry the original box.
  • “Don’t leave this medication in the car or put it in the glove compartment. It is very hot or very cold when this is happening.”

Clinical monitoring

You and your doctor should be watching your health. This can help make sure you are safe while taking this drug. These issues are related.

  • Behavioral changes and mental health changes.
  • “The function of the kidneys. Your doctor may perform a blood test to check your kidneys. If your kidneys aren’t working well, your doctor may lower your dose of this drug.”
  • “The lysosomes function. Your doctor may perform a blood test to check your health. Your doctor may lower your dose if your liver isn’t working well.”

Insurance

Some insurance companies require prior authorization for certain forms of this drug. Your insurance company will pay for the prescription if your doctor gets approval from them.

There are other drugs that can be used to treat your condition. Some may be better suited for you. Discuss with your doctor if there are other drug options that may work for you.

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