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Background
Drug Information
•Moiety: Paxil®, Paxil CR® (paroxetine)
•Therapeutic Category: Antidepressant
•Sponsor:
GlaxoSmithKline
•Adult Indications: Major depressive disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder
–adult dose range: 20-60 mg/day
•There are NO approved pediatric indications
•Original market approval: December 1992
•Pediatric exclusivity granted: June 27, 2002