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Answering the Question: Why is Paxil Rarely Prescribed?

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In the U.S. Medicare system, paroxetine prescriptions per thousand enrollees dropped by 34.52% between 2015 and 2020 [1.8.1]. This significant decline raises a critical question for patients and providers alike: **Why is Paxil rarely prescribed** as a first-line treatment today?