Paroxetine

Paroxetine is a drug belonging to the group of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Its action involves blocking the transport of serotonin back into the nerve cell nerve cell. This causes an increase in serotonin in the central nervous system nervous system. It is an antidepressant drug, indicated for use during severe depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety attacks, social phobias and post-traumatic stress The substance is metabolized in the liver to inactive metabolites, which are eliminated in the urine and feces. Determination of the concentration of of paroxetine is helpful in the diagnosis of intoxication and when monitoring of therapy.