Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet
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Product introduction
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet is a type of antidepressant belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) group of medicines. It is widely prescribed to treat depression and anxiety-related conditions like obsessive-compulsive disorder, and panic disorder.
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet helps many people to recover from depression by improving their mood and relieving anxiety and tension. It can be taken with or without food. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms.
Your doctor may start you on a lower dose and increase it gradually. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well. Doing so may make your condition worse or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms (anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances, etc).
To get the most benefit, take this medicine regularly at the same time each day. Your doctor may advise you to take it in the morning if you have trouble sleeping. It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks.
Some common side effects of Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet include nausea, fatigue, dry mouth, loss of appetite, increased sweating, dizziness, nervousness, tremors, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), and constipation. Sexual side effects like decreased sexual drive, delayed ejaculation, and erectile dysfunction may also be seen. Let your doctor know straight away if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, heart problems, or glaucoma. These may affect your treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially other antidepressants and medicines called MAO inhibitors. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet helps many people to recover from depression by improving their mood and relieving anxiety and tension. It can be taken with or without food. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms.
Your doctor may start you on a lower dose and increase it gradually. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well. Doing so may make your condition worse or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms (anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances, etc).
To get the most benefit, take this medicine regularly at the same time each day. Your doctor may advise you to take it in the morning if you have trouble sleeping. It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks.
Some common side effects of Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet include nausea, fatigue, dry mouth, loss of appetite, increased sweating, dizziness, nervousness, tremors, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), and constipation. Sexual side effects like decreased sexual drive, delayed ejaculation, and erectile dysfunction may also be seen. Let your doctor know straight away if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, heart problems, or glaucoma. These may affect your treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially other antidepressants and medicines called MAO inhibitors. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.
Uses of Paradise Tablet PR
- Treatment of Depression
- Treatment of Panic disorder
- Treatment of Anxiety disorder
Benefits of Paradise Tablet PR
In Treatment of Depression
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet works by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in the brain. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, and helps you sleep better. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants. It usually takes 4-6 weeks for this medicine to work so you need to keep taking it even if you feel it is not working. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.
In Treatment of Panic disorder
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet can help relieve symptoms of many panic disorders including panic attacks. It can help you feel calmer and improve your ability to deal with problems. Do not stop taking it, even when you feel better, unless your doctor advises you to.
In Treatment of Anxiety disorder
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet helps relieve symptoms of many anxiety disorders including obsessive-compulsive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in your brain. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants and is normally taken once a day. It helps you feel calm with a better ability to deal with problems. Exercise and a healthy diet can also improve your mood. Keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop.
Side effects of Paradise Tablet PR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Paradise
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Dryness in mouth
- Loss of appetite
- Increased sweating
- Dizziness
- Nervousness
- Tremors
- Low sexual desire
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Confusion
- Constipation
- Erectile dysfunction
- Delayed ejaculation
- Decreased libido
How to use Paradise Tablet PR
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Paradise Tablet PR works
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of panic disorder, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Paradise Tablet PR?
If you miss a dose of Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- It can take 2-3 weeks for Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet to start working.
- Do not stop treatment suddenly as this may cause upset stomach, flu-like withdrawal symptoms and sleep disturbance.
- If your doctor asks you to stop Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
- The addiction/dependence potential of Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet is very less.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenylpiperidine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Selective Seretonin Reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Paradise with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase the risk of recurrent breast cancer.
Do not consume Tamoxifen with Paroxetine.
Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal.
Do not consume Moclobemide with Paroxetine. If Moclobemide is essential, ensure a gap of at least 1 week after discontinu
Concurrent use may cause fatal rise in blood serotonin levels.
Avoid concurrent use unless your doctor considers it safe.
Concurrent use may cause serotonin syndrome.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of serotonin syndrome such as tremors, fever, diarrhea or agitation and consult
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet
Once A Day
85%
Twice A Day
12%
Thrice A Day
3%
What are you using Paradise Tablet PR for?
Depression
79%
Anxiety disor*
14%
Others
7%
*Anxiety disorder
How much was the improvement?
Average
44%
Poor
33%
Excellent
22%
What were the side-effects while using Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet?
Fatigue
33%
No Side Effec*
33%
Nausea
33%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Paradise Tablet PR?
With food
60%
With or witho*
40%
*With or without food
Please rate Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet on price
Expensive
60%
Not Expensive
27%
Average
13%
FAQs
After how many days of taking Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet will I start feeling better?
You may start to see an improvement in your symptoms after 1-2 weeks of starting the treatment. In case you do not see any improvement, do not stop the medicine and consult your doctor. It may take around 4-6 weeks to see the full benefits of the medicine.
I feel that my symptoms have worsened after having started taking Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet. Can I stop it on my own or do I need to consult the doctor?
No, do not stop taking Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet abruptly, without consulting your doctor. This is a common problem with Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet that initially you may feel that your symptoms have worsened but the benefits start appearing after 1-2 weeks. If the worsening does not improve even after 1-2 weeks, you must consult your doctor.
Can Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet affect my sex life?
Yes, Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet use may affect your sex life. It can cause decreased sexual desire and inability to reach orgasm in both men and women. Additionally, men may even experience abnormal erection and ejaculation.
What is the effect of Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet on children?
Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet should not be used in children under 18 years of age. The reason being, patients under 18 have an increased risk of experiencing side effects such as suicidal thoughts, aggression, oppositional behavior and anger when they take Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet. If your doctor has prescribed Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet for your child and you are worried about these side effects, discuss it with your doctor.
I have been taking tamoxifen for breast cancer. Can I take Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet with it?
No, you should not take Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet if you are receiving tamoxifen. Tamoxifen often causes hot flashes (episodes of feeling extremely hot), which can be treated with Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet. But Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet may reduce the effectiveness of tamoxifen and can lead to recurrence of breast cancer.
Do I need to be careful while taking Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet if I am a diabetic?
Yes, you need to be careful while taking this medicine if you are a diabetic. Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet may alter your blood sugar levels and your dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment. Talk to your doctor regarding this and keep a regular check on your blood sugar levels.
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Name: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: April, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: April, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Paradise XR 12.5 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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