On Paxil. Suffer Weight Gain And Libido. Recommended Escitalopram. Better Choice?
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Thanks for your query.
I appreciate your efforts for medical consultation in so much distress.
Paxil contain paroxetine. It is a good medicine for anxiety and depression. But many person develop side effect like weight gain and sexual problems, as you have developed. Escitalopram also have similar side effect profile, specially sexual problems. Natural remedies are frequently non effective for anxiety and depression.
Weight gain problem can be managed with life style modification, regular exercise, diet and life style modification. Same is advised for you weight gain. But sexual side effect frequently required change in medicine.
Commonly used treatment for anxiety and depression without sexual side effect:
-Cognitive behavior therapy: form of psychotherapy from trained therapist.
-Tab Mirtaz: used in anxiety and depression. But can cause weight gain, which need to be controlled.
-Tab Bupropion: Used for depression. No risk of sexual side effect or weight gain.
You can discuss about these treatment options from your psychiatrist. But do not use them by yourself without supervision of treating psychiatrist.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. In case of any doubt, I will be available for follow ups.
Wish you good health.
Regards,
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