Multiple choice

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors selectively inhibit the reuptake of serotonin in CNS. Among the following, ________ belongs to the group of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.

  1. oseltamivir

  2. oxycodone

  3. paxil

  4. oxy contin
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Explanation

Paxil (paroxetine) is an antidepressant belonging to a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

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