Q: i have been prescribed paroxetine hydrochloride instead of prozac. will it be ok
Hi Carol:
You have been prescribed Paxil. If your Prozac has been working, then I would wonder why fix something that isn't broken? Has your doctor explained why he is switching you to this drug? If you don't have a good answer, then find a doctor who will talk with you about it.
That being said, Paxil is in the same class as Prozac but can respond differently in different people. If you can tolerate the change (including the possible price difference) and if it seems to be working the same, then you should be fine.
However, speak with your doctor and then make an informed decision.
Best of luck,
Dr. Diana Walcutt
*Dr. Walcutt is a Psychologist. Dr. Walcutt's answers are not intended to diagnose or treat any medical or mental disorder. Any information given in a post about medication is for educational purposes only, and primarily to aid you in having an informed discussion with your own Psychiatrist/Physician.
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