Paroxetine
Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for CNS, Nerve & Mental Health treatment.
🧴 Clinical Application
Swallow prolonged-release tablets whole with water in the morning, with or without breakfast. Do not chew, crush, or break tablets. Strict adherence is vital; missing a single dose can precipitate severe discontinuation syndrome.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common: Nausea, somnolence, sweating, tremor, asthenia, dry mouth, constipation, sexual dysfunction (erectile dysfunction, anorgasmia), weight gain. Rare/Severe: Severe discontinuation syndrome (electric shock sensations, dizziness), suicidal thoughts, serotonin syndrome, and teratogenicity (cardiac defects).
🛡️ Safety Warnings
Boxed warning for suicidality in young patients. Contraindicated in pregnancy (Category D: congenital cardiac malformations). Severe discontinuation syndrome upon sudden cessation; requires slow, meticulous tapering. Avoid concurrent MAOIs.
Jan Aushadhi Products containing Paroxetine
Found 4 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.
Paroxetine Prolonged Release Tablets 37.5mg
Paroxetine is a phenylpiperidine-derivative selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) with the highest affinity for SERT among all SSRIs. It also exhibits mild anticholinergic and nitric oxide synthase-inhibiting properties. Prolonged-release formulation ensures gradual drug release over 24 hours, mitigating peak-related gastrointestinal and sedative adverse effects. Indicated for major depressive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and PTSD.
Paroxetine Extended Release 12.5mg + Clonazepam 0.25mg Tablets
Clonazepam is a long-acting benzodiazepine with potent anticonvulsant, muscle-relaxant, and anxiolytic actions on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It allosterically modulates GABAA receptors, increasing frequency of chloride channel opening and dampening epileptic foci in the cortex and limbic system. Indicated for panic disorder with or without agoraphobia, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, myoclonic and akinetic seizures, and absence seizures refractory to succinimides.
Paroxetin Prolonged-release Tablets 25mg
Paroxetine is a phenylpiperidine-derivative selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) with the highest affinity for SERT among all SSRIs. It also exhibits mild anticholinergic and nitric oxide synthase-inhibiting properties. Prolonged-release formulation ensures gradual drug release over 24 hours, mitigating peak-related gastrointestinal and sedative adverse effects. Indicated for major depressive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and PTSD.
Paroxetine Prolonged-release Tablets 12.5mg
Paroxetine is a phenylpiperidine-derivative selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) with the highest affinity for SERT among all SSRIs. It also exhibits mild anticholinergic and nitric oxide synthase-inhibiting properties. Prolonged-release formulation ensures gradual drug release over 24 hours, mitigating peak-related gastrointestinal and sedative adverse effects. Indicated for major depressive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and PTSD.
Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison
Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Paroxetine.
| Generic Formulation | Pack Size | Jan Aushadhi Price | Commercial Brand Equivalents | Avg. Commercial Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paroxetine Prolonged Release Tablets 37.5mg | 10's | ₹60.00 | PARI | ₹418.63 | 86% Save |
| Paroxetine Extended Release 12.5mg + Clonazepam 0.25mg Tablets | 10's | ₹37.50 | PARI, PEXEP, ZAPTRA | ₹230.36 | 84% Save |
| Paroxetin Prolonged-release Tablets 25mg | 10's | ₹37.50 | PARI | ₹381.25 | 90% Save |
| Paroxetine Prolonged-release Tablets 12.5mg | 10's | ₹23.44 | PARI | ₹221.40 | 89% Save |
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