Posted by djmmm on February 19, 2004, at 13:15:26
In reply to Can you split Paxil CR, posted by Margit on February 19, 2004, at 0:34:27
> I was wondering if you could split Paxil CR. I am taking 25mg and wanted to try half the dose, since I have terrible problems with motivation, energy, and hypersomnolence.
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> I suggested to half my Paxil, but my pdoc thought that adding a small dose of Wellbutrin would help; however, it is making me more tired plus spacey. I know, it shouldn't make you tired, but it is.
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> I can't stand having no motivation, or energy, plus sleeping 14 hrs a day. Paxil has really helped me out and I had been on 10mg of the regular Paxil in the past without these extreme side effects. So, I thought, that less might be better.
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> Thanks for any replies.
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>Unfortunately You can't split a controlled release pill without destroying it's controlled release properties...it's the coating on the pill that allows for the slower/delayed absorbtion of the medication. Fortunately, Paxil Cr comes in a 12.5 mg dose..so just ask you dr.
Paxil CR patient monograph:
http://www.gsk.ca/en/products/prescription/paxilcr_pm.pdf
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