Paxil and pregnancy

Study links Paxil use in first trimester of to serious birth defects

Results of a scientific study indicate in infants born to women taking , including , during the first trimester of . In fact the study revealed a greater risk for women who took (paroxetine) in the first trimester, as opposed to other antidepressents.

As a result of the study, in September 2005 drug manufacturer GlaxoSmithKline informed health care professionals that it was updating the subsection of the PRECAUTIONS section of the labels for the drug (paroxetine HCI) and CR controlled-release tablets to indicate the side effects.

The study revealed a greater risk for overall for women using proxetine, and an increased risk for specifically. Read more about Paxil and birth defects.

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