Question:
Is it ok to take Paxil CR ?

My regular dr put my on Paxil CR today...I asked her if it was ok to take since it was controlled release...she didnt think it would be a problem....the reason I'm asking you guys is because shes not very experienced with gastric bypass patients...in fact I think I'm her only one (very small town dr)...Does it desolve how it should being that its controlled release? Is there another form of Paxil I could take thats not controlled released that would give me the same effect? What are your experiences with this medication? Any info would be of great help...I dont want to get my perscription filled until I know the effects.    — Lisa F. (posted on December 4, 2003)

December 4, 2003
I've taken Paxil for quite a few years. A WONDERFUL drug. Since I'm having surgery soon the pharmacy is making mine in a sugar-free liguid form. (I even got to chose the flavour.) It will cost almost twice as much but for a month or two I'm not going to worry about it. Haven't tried it yet but at least there is no need for me to worry about how I'm going to take it. Good luck with whatever you choose to do.
   — Connie B.

December 4, 2003
hi i qas on paxsil for month after surgery was fine but paxsil sr has something in it that made me want to eat more so my doc. took me off it now im on zolft much better for me
   — Linda D.

December 4, 2003
I'm not sure about this but it is my understanding that Paxil Cr will work like regular Paxil because it will not slow release in your stomach like it would in a regular stomach. It will still be effective.
   — Lucky O.

December 4, 2003
I am on the generic version, I beleive of Paxil. I was told we couldn't take time released meds. I would consult your surgeon, sometimes family docs are not sure. I don't know for sure either that is just what I have been told. GOOD LUCK!
   — Saxbyd

December 4, 2003
hi... i've worked in the medical field most of my career. the "CR" in Paxil CR means 'controlled release' which means it's timed release. with WLS patients, the meds don't stay in our pouches long enough for a control release to happen the way it does in normal stomachs. i'd ask the doc to reconsider this med. you may feel some response to the medication, but not the way it was intended by the pharmaceutical manufacturer. after all, you want the best bang for your buck, and this may not be the best of the choices. i wish more meds came transdermal (skin patch), since that type of medication doesn't require a trip thru our digestive system. ask the doc about a transdermal variation on the med he wanted you to take. good luck.
   — Karen D.

December 8, 2003
I would see if the doctor would put you on a liquid Paxil. I take liquid paxil now and believe me, it's more effective than the pill. Good luck to you depression is not a good thing.
   — Nicole T.