paroxetine

paroxetine
par·ox·e·tine par-'äk-sə-.tēn n a drug that enhances serotonin activity and is usu. administered in the form of its hydrochloride C19H20FNO3·HCl to treat depression see PAXIL

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n.
an antidepressant drug that acts by prolonging the action of the neurotransmitter serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine) in the brain (see SSRI). It is taken by mouth; side-effects may include dizziness, agitation, tremor, nausea, diarrhoea, and drowsiness. Trade name: Seroxat.

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