What are the brand (trade) names for paroxetine?

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Paroxetine Brand Names

Paroxetine is marketed under several brand names, most commonly Paxil, Paxil CR (controlled release), Pexeva, and Brisdelle 1, 2.

Primary Trade Names

The medication paroxetine hydrochloride is available under these brand names:

  • Paxil - The original and most widely recognized brand name in the United States 1
  • Paxil CR - Extended-release formulation
  • Pexeva - Alternative brand name 2
  • Brisdelle - Specifically marketed for vasomotor symptoms 2

International Brand Names

Outside the United States, paroxetine is also known as:

  • Seroxat 2
  • Aropax 2
  • Sereupin 2

Available Formulations

Paroxetine is available as 1:

  • Tablets: 10 mg (yellow, scored), 20 mg (pink, scored), 30 mg (blue), and 40 mg (green)
  • Oral suspension: 10 mg per 5 mL (orange-colored, orange-flavored liquid)

The generic name remains paroxetine hydrochloride, with the chemical designation as (-)-trans-4R-(4'-fluorophenyl)-3S-[(3',4'-methylenedioxyphenoxy) methyl] piperidine hydrochloride hemihydrate 1.

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