As a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor antidepressant, Paxil is approved by the FDA to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, anxiety disorder and post traumatic stress disorder in adults. It has been proven to have successfully managed the conditions. However, there have been claims on the occurrence of some side effects. The extent of the side effects was either minor or major in severity.Paxil side effects seem to be more focused on the digestive system such as diarrhea or constipation, nausea, dry mouth and cramping. Diarrhea that lasted for a few days after drug intake has been reported by some patients.
Diarrhea is the recurrent passing of stools described as loose and watery. It can be complicated or uncomplicated based on its symptoms. Uncomplicated diarrhea has symptoms like thin or loose stools, abdominal cramping, watery stools, sense of urgency, and nausea and vomiting. Symptoms of complicated diarrhea are pretty much the same with uncomplicated diarrhea but is accompanied with blood, mucus or undigested food on the stool, weight loss and fever. Symptoms of uncomplicated diarrhea with fever, presence of blood, mucus or undigested food on the stool and weight loss makes diarrhea a complicated one. If any of these symptoms persist, it is best to talk to a doctor.
Majority of the cases of diarrhea will disappear within a week or so. Symptoms are dealt with accordingly before diarrhea disappears. Patients experiencing diarrhea accompanied with vomiting should drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. Available dehydration drinks can be taken to help correct electrolyte imbalance caused by diarrhea. Doctors also suggest eating bananas, rice, apple and toast (BRAT), otherwise known as the diarrhea diet.. It has been used for years in treating diarrhea. Drinking fluids in between, not during, meals is also recommended so as to prevent vomiting.
Generally, diarrhea fades away on its own. Diarrhea caused by Paxil normally occurs during the first few days of drug intake. Users of Paxil must give a few weeks for Paxil to do away with its side effects. However, if you find the symptoms troublesome, you can contact your health care provider and deal with the situation. If you feel that legal actions are needed in situations like this, feel free to contact any Paxil lawyer.
