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 Paroxetine? Paroxatine is a common misspelling of paroxetine.
 
Available in tablet and suspension (liquid) form, paroxetine (Paxil®) is a drug that is used to treat a number of conditions, including depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and panic disorder. The drug is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), which means it works by balancing the levels of a certain chemical (serotonin) in the brain. Some side effects of this drug include insomnia, nausea, and ejaculation problems.
 
(For more information, click Paroxetine. This article offers an in-depth look at this drug, including a more complete list of common side effects of the medication.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;