Paxil CR and Serevent

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

Paxil CR is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant.

Paxil CR is used to treat depression, including major depressive disorder.

Paroxtine 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.

Paxil CR may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: salmeterol
• Dosage Forms: Inhalation Aerosol
• Other Brand Names: Serevent Diskus, Serevent

Serevent (salmeterol) is a long-acting beta2-adrenoceptor agonist (LABA) bronchodilator. It works by helping the muscles around the airways in your lungs stay relaxed to improve breathing.

Serevent Diskus is used to prevent asthma attacks or exercise-induced bronchospasm. It is also used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

Serevent Diskus is not used to relieve sudden breathing problems and will not replace a rescue inhaler.