Prescription Seroxat (value) Drug Information

Seroxat is not for use in children and adolescents under 18. Seroxat will not work straight away. Some people taking antidepressants feel worse before feeling better. Some people who are depressed or anxious think of harming or killing themselves. If you start to feel worse, or think of harming or killing yourself, see your doctor or go to a hospital straight away. Dont stop taking Seroxat without talking to your doctor. If you stop taking Seroxat suddenly or miss a dose, you may get withdrawal effects. If you feel restless and feel like you cant sit or stand still, tell your doctor. Increasing the dose of Seroxat may make these feelings worse. Taking some other medicines with Seroxat can cause problems. You may need to talk to your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, talk to your doctor. Seroxat is a treatment for adults with depression and or anxiety disorders. Seroxat is one of a of medicines called SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). Everyone has a substance called serotonin in their brain. People who are depressed or anxious have lower levels of serotonin than others. It is not fully understood how Seroxat and other SSRIs work but they may help by increasing the level of serotonin in the brain. Other medicines or psychotherapy can also treat depression and anxiety. Treating depression or anxiety disorders properly is important to help you get better. If not treated, your condition may not go away and may become more serious and more difficult to treat. Do not take Seroxat If you are taking medicines called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs, including moclobemide and methylthioninium chloride (methylene blue)) or have taken them at any time within the last two weeks. Your doctor will advise you how you should begin taking Seroxat once you have stopped taking the MAOI If you are taking a tranquilliser called thioridazine If you are taking an anti-psychotic called pimozide If you have previously had an allergic reaction to paroxetine or any of the other tablet ingredients listed. If any of these apply to you, tell your doctor without taking Seroxat Check with your doctor Are you taking any other medicines Are you taking tamoxifen to treat breast cancer or fertility problems Seroxat may make tamoxifen less effective so your doctor may recommend you take another antidepressant. Do you have eye, kidney, liver or heart trouble Do you have epilepsy or have a history of fits Do you have episodes of mania (overactive behaviour or thoughts) Are you having electro-convulsive therapy (ECT) Do you have a history of bleeding disorders Do you have diabetes Are you on a low sodium diet Do you have glaucoma (pressure in the eye)