Paxil Related Lawsuits In Sacramento

My name is Ed Smith.  I am a personal injury attorney in Sacramento that has pursued several drug defect lawsuits related to the use of Paxil.

If you, or a family member has suffered severe side-effects from using Paxil, I'm sure you have a lot of questions.  I'd like to answer them for you.

Please call my office at 916-921-6400, 800-404-5400 if it's long-distance, or contact me online for a FREE, no obligation Q & A and consultation with an experienced Sacramento Paxil Drug Defect Attorney.

Paxil is a type of medication used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder. It is an antidepressant, and in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors or (SSRI). Paxil works by restoring the balance of serotonin into the brain.

Serotonin is a hormone that is naturally produced in your brain. It is also found in the digestive tract. Serotonin impacts multiple functions of the central nervous system including mood, sleep, vomiting, sexuality, and appetite. It may also promote cell regeneration. The regulating of serotonin is drastically important in treatment of BPD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and migraines.

Paxil has several possible side effects, some are more severe than others. However, you should consult with your doctor if you experience any of these:

• Mood changes
• Anxiety
• Panic attacks
• Trouble sleeping
• Irritability
• Agitation
• Aggressiveness
• Severe restlessness
• Mania (mental and/or physical hyperactivity)
• Thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself
• Easy bruising or bleeding (such as nosebleeds)
• Very stiff muscles, overactive reflexes, tremors
• High fever, sweating
• Fast or uneven heartbeats
• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, headache
• Feeling unsteady, loss of coordination, trouble concentrating, memory problems, weakness, confusion, hallucinations
• Seizure
• Shallow breathing or breathing that stops

Paxil side effects can be severe and you should seek legal help if you or a loved one has suffered.  Contact me online, call me at 916-921-6400 or 800-404-5400 to set up a free consultation.