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Can I eat this with Paroxetine?
Taking paroxetine with food reduces the chance of feeling sick, and alcohol can increase side effects; St John's wort should not be taken with it.
Also sold as Seroxat. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.
Our SSRIs page also covers Paroxetine and gives one answer for the whole group. This page follows Paroxetine’s own NHS page, so where the two differ, go by this one.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 29 foods and drinks for Paroxetine (3 to avoid, 26 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Paroxetine with food?
- Take it once a day in the morning, with food to reduce the chance of feeling sick.
- Can I eat st john's wort with Paroxetine?
- No, avoid it. Do not take St John's wort with paroxetine.
- Can I drink alcohol with Paroxetine?
- Yes, with care. Best to avoid alcohol, as it can make paroxetine side effects more likely.
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1 · What do you take?
Taking paroxetine with food reduces the chance of feeling sick, and alcohol can increase side effects; St John's wort should not be taken with it.
Take paroxetine with food to reduce the chance of feeling sick. It's best not to drink alcohol while taking it, as it can increase the chance of side effects. Do not use the herbal supplement St John's wort with paroxetine.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: Take it once a day in the morning, with food to reduce the chance of feeling sick.
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Foods to avoid with Paroxetine· 3
Take care with Paroxetine· 26
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Further reading on Paroxetine
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