Paroxetine ER and Wal-itin

• Generic Name: paroxetine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Brisdelle, Paxil, Paxil CR, Pexeva

Paroxetine is an antidepressant that belongs to group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Paroxetine affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression, anxiety, or other disorders.

Paroxetine is used to treat depression, including major depressive disorder.

Paroxetine is also used to treat panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)>.

The Brisdelle brand of paroxetine is used to treat hot flashes related to menopause. Brisdelle is not for treating any other conditions.

• Generic Name: loratadine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Alavert, Claritin, Claritin Reditab, Clear-Atadine, Dimetapp ND, Ohm Allergy Relief, QlearQuil All Day & Night, Tavist ND, Wal-itin

Wal-itin is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

Wal-itin is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, hives, skin rash, itching, and other cold or allergy symptoms.

Wal-itin is also used to treat skin hives and itching in people with chronic skin reactions.

Wal-itin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.