Paroxetine vs. Placebo for depression

Depression is a serious condition and Paroxetine (Paxil®) has been in my toolbox as one of many treatment choices for over a decade. I've seen patients who are put on SSRI medications like Paroxetine have dramatic improvement in just a few weeks.Now new evidence has emerged that shows placebo is as good as Paroxetine for treating depression and (of course), placebo has fewer side effects.We all