Definition
paroxetine
noun
- A selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant medication used to treat depression, anxiety disorders, and other mental health conditions.
Usage: pharmaceutical/medical term; often used with brand names such as Paxil
Examples
- The doctor prescribed paroxetine to help manage the patient's depression.
- Paroxetine is commonly used to treat generalized anxiety disorder.
- Many patients respond well to paroxetine within several weeks of starting treatment.
- The psychiatrist discussed potential side effects of paroxetine with her patient.
- Paroxetine works by increasing serotonin levels in the brain.