Paxil is a prescription medicine used to treat depression. It is important to talk with your healthcare provider about the risks of treating depression and also the risks of not treating it. You should discuss all treatment choices with your healthcare provider. Paxil is also used to treat:

• Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Panic Disorder
• Social Anxiety Disorder
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
• Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)