Posted by KayeBaby on March 23, 2007, at 0:51:37
In reply to I am new here, have a ?, posted by gakay2 on March 22, 2007, at 21:54:18
Why go up to 20mg?
I took Paxil for just about a month. It was the first anti-depressants I tried. Paxil gave me a feeling of calmness unlike anything I have ever experienced before or since. I just felt comfortable in my own skin completely and was centered in the moment.
Unfortunately, it sedated me and made me gain weight so I ditched it. Now, being much more drug savvy, I think that if only I had been started out at 5-10mg it may have been the best thing ever for me.
I don't think it is unusual for some people to do well on less than the standard dose.
You can always raise the dose.
Of course, if you are in a very bad state you may not have the luxury of taking it slow.
Use your best judgement.
Peace,
Kaye
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