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Latest Treatments for Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD): High-Dose Oxytocin Emerges as the Standout (2023 Review)

Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a challenging and impactful neurodegenerative disease. Recent research offers new insights into its management, particularly regarding the effectiveness of pharmacological treatments. Highlights: High-Dose Oxytocin Shows Promise: High-dose oxytocin (72 international units) has been linked to significant improvements in neuropsychiatric symptoms and daily interactive activities in FTD patients. Piracetam Poses Risks: Contrarily, …

How Long Does Paxil Stay In Your System After Stopping?

by GLOOM

Paxil (Paroxetine) is an antidepressant manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline that hit the market in 1992. It was originally approved by the FDA for the treatment of major depression in adults. The drug has since received FDA approval to treat a variety of other psychiatric and medical conditions including: generalized anxiety disorder, hot flashes, panic disorder, PTSD, …

How To Taper Off of Paxil (Paroxetine) Properly

by GLOOM

If you are taking Paxil (Paroxetine) and plan on discontinuing treatment, it is important to be informed as to how you should taper off it. Back when I had originally taken Paxil in 2003, my doctor was completely unaware of any potential withdrawals. At the time, he had advised me to quit cold turkey and …

Paxil and Weight Gain: 24 lbs In 6 to 12 Months?

by GLOOM

Paxil (Paroxetine) is a drug that has been approved since 1992 for the treatment of major depression. It is considered by many to be a highly effective medication for various types of anxiety, specifically: generalized anxiety disorder, social phobia, OCD, and panic disorder. Paxil functions as an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) and is considered …

Paxil vs. Placebo: 2014 Meta-Analysis with Unpublished Data Questions Drug’s Efficacy

by GLOOM

A new meta-analysis recently showed that the antidepressant Paxil (Paroxetine) is only slightly more effective than a placebo for both depression and anxiety disorders. Prior to this finding, it was assumed that all SSRI antidepressants were significantly more effective than a placebo, hence getting approval to treat depression. In the article I wrote entitled “Do …

Quitting Paxil Cold Turkey: A Journey Through Hell

by GLOOM

I was on Paxil CR (Controlled-Release) 12.5 mg for nearly a full year before my doctor increased the dosage to 25 mg thinking that it would be effective. After a few weeks of taking the 25 mg dose, I could not concentrate or get anything done – my life had become a wreck. My concentration was …