title: Paroxetine overdose.
abstract: Paroxetine is a commonly used antidepressant with a safe side-effect profile. A case of paroxetine overdose (560 mg) is reported in an 18-year-old female who attempted suicide and recovered without any sequelae, requiring only supportive treatment. This report highlights a case of pure paroxetine overdose and the safety profile of paroxetine in overdose.
authors.affiliation: Senior Psychiatrist and Head, Department of Psychiatry, Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, New Delhi.
authors.forename: Arun K
authors.initials: AK
authors.lastname: Gupta
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authors.lastname: Praharaj
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authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Roy
authors.forename: Anuradha
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Singh
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