What is maximum dose for paxil?

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From Clinical Pharmacology (PO means 'by mouth'):

Maximum Dosage Limits:
•Adults: 50-60 mg/day PO for regular-release dosage forms, dependent on indication. 62.5-75 mg/day PO for Paxil® CR™, dependent on indication. The maximum dosage for PMDD or social anxiety disorder (Paxil® CR™) is 37.5 mg/day PO.

•Elderly: 40 mg/day PO for regular-release dosage forms; 50 mg/day PO for Paxil® CR™. The maximum dosage for PMDD or social anxiety (Paxil® CR™) is 37.5 mg/day PO.

•Adolescents: 20-40 mg/day PO has been suggested; data are limited. Do not use controlled-release tablets. The FDA does not currently recommend use.

•Children >= 8 years: 20-30 mg/day PO has been suggested; data are limited. Do not use controlled-release tablets. The FDA does not currently recommend use.

•Children < 8 years: Safe and effective use has not been established.

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