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I Was Sick, and After Taking Paroxetine I Felt Like I Was Dead

Age: 26–35  ·  Duration of use: 2–5 years  ·  Current status: No, have stopped
Symptoms: Sexual dysfunction

At the age of 19, I had severe symptoms of depression. I went to a doctor, and he prescribed me paroxetine. I stayed on it for almost three years.

Now, three years after stopping it, I am still suffering from its side effects. I cannot get married or have a normal sexual life. Every day I think about ending my life.

Has a prescribed medication affected your life?

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