Depression 10 mg once daily, increased after at least a wk. Max: 20 mg once daily. Panic disorder w/ or w/o agoraphobia Initially 5 mg once daily, increased after a wk to 10 mg once daily. Max: 20 mg daily.
Discontinue in patients entering a manic phase or those who develops seizures. Avoid in patients w/ unstable epilepsy. Paradoxical anxiety. DM. Cutaneous bleeding abnormalities eg, ecchymoses & purpura. Monitor closely for suicidality.