Is paroxetine paxil?

Is paroxetine the same as Paxil?

Yes. Paxil is the brand name for the antidepressant paroxetine.

Paroxetine (brand names include Paxil) is a prescription selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). The name changes depending on whether you’re looking at the generic drug (paroxetine) or the brand drug (Paxil).

What are the practical differences between Paxil and paroxetine?

They’re the same medicine, but the product details can differ by:
- Brand vs. generic packaging and labeling
- Whether it’s an immediate-release or controlled-release formulation (for example, Paxil CR is a different formulation than immediate-release Paxil)

If you tell me which exact product you have (for example, “Paxil,” “Paxil CR,” or “paroxetine [manufacturer]”), I can help match it to the right formulation and typical dosing form.