Drugs beginning with P

Paxil (Paroxetine) is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD), social anxiety disorder (social phobia), and generalized anxiety disorder. Paxil works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain. Paxil CR is a controlled (timed) release form of Paxil.

Prozac is used to treat depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and eating disorders. Prozac belongs to a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).

Propecia (finasteride) is a medical breakthrough - the first pill that effectively treats male pattern hair loss on the vertex (at top of head) and anterior mid-scalp area.