Paxil Uses for Migraine Pain

Paxil, an antidepressant medication, is sometimes also used to treat migraines. Studies have found a high link between migraines and depression, that 47 percent of migraine sufferers experience clinical depression as opposed to just 17 percent of the general population.

Dosing

• For migraines, low doses are used. The typical dose of Paxil for migraines is half or one 10-mg tablet, for four to six days, increasing slowly to 20 mg per day.

Advantages

• Paxil is effective, inexpensive and also useful for daily headaches.

Safety

• Paxil is safe and has been used by tens of millions of people for migraine treatment.

Elderly Treatment

• Paxil can influence heart rate, and therefore caution should be used when prescribing the medication to the elderly.

Side Effects

• Side effects can include cognitive dulling, dry mouth and sexual dysfunction.