Question 1

can you get high if you od on sertraline?

Accepted Answer

Not high: You wouldn't get high from overdosing on sertraline, but you could get very nauseated and sick.  If considering overdosing on anything, please talk with your doctor, call the suicide prevention lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, call 911, or go to an er instead.

Question 2

i get these random spells of feeling "high"at times. i don't use any drugs and i'm wondering is it from weaning off of 50 mg zoloft (sertraline) or sleep deprived.

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Zoloft (sertraline) discontinuance ax are usually flu like sz, dizziness &amp; brain zaps--sleep deprivation might be a factor. Or could be another condition

Question 3

breastfeeding on 50mg zoloft (sertraline). need to go up to 75 but worried about baby getting more medication. is 75 a high dose while nursing? will she get more?

Accepted Answer

Not really : The AAP released an article on 8/23/2013 advising that most medications are safe for breastfeeding mothers, although antidepressants were cited as ones with potential problems, yet it wasn't recommended to stop it, the NIH Toxnet and Lactmed databases didn't recommend stopping it either, check them for more information. You want to tell your child 's pediatrician about it too, enjoy your baby

Question 4

i have high blood pressure and heart rate. my doc is about to put me on zoloft (sertraline) 50 mg. i read zoloft (sertraline) can cause qt prolongation. will i get this if i start the zoloft (sertraline)? what are the chances?

Accepted Answer

Dose-dependent: Many antidepressants can cause qt prolongation in a dose-dependent fashion.  Presuming you do not have this at baseline, you aren't likely to develop it at 50 mg of zoloft (sertraline).

Question 5

is a 100 dose sertraline high dose?

Accepted Answer

Depends : 100mg Sertraline could be high for one patient and not for another. The dosage of medication used is dependent on many factors. Talk to your doctor about any side effects and improvement or lack of, in your symptoms to determine the right dosage for you. Good luck.

Question 6

how to determine when to get off zoloft (sertraline)?

Accepted Answer

Zoloft (sertraline): If develop allergic reaction, intolerable side-effects, or if advised by your doctor.

Question 7

how long can zoloft (sertraline) take to get out of your system?

Accepted Answer

Male or woman: Depends.  Its half life is long.  Average is considered about 24 hours just to get half of it out of your body.  It may be 1.5 times longer in women.  And, remember, the next 24 hours just gets half of the remaining half out of you.

Question 8

when increasing from 50mg to 100mg of sertraline can you get worse before you get better?

Accepted Answer

It depends.: I assume you have an element of depression or you wouldn't be on sertraline in the first place.  However, some symptoms, including anxiety, jitteriness and difficulty sleeping can temporarily worsen when you start or increase this med.  If, however, your depression is getting worse, your doctor needs to re-evaluate your treatment plan.  Best wishes.

Question 9

took sertraline 50 mg for 3 months decreased ti 25 mg for a week then stopped completely im on day 3 sert free with no w/d effects , will i get them?

Accepted Answer

Probably not.: But if you do, start 25 mg for a week then 25 mg every other day for two weeks then discontinue.  You were on a fairly low dose and should be ok.

Question 10

hi ive been on sertraline for 2 months and a week 150 mg for 4 weeks i'm still having high anxiety should i wait it out or should i increase dosage?

Accepted Answer

: Please check with the prescriber and do not increase dose by yourself. Maximal dose is usually 200 mg/day so likely your doctor will up the dose further. However, if you have not experienced any improvement at all with the current dose, you may need an alternative. Good luck.

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Can you get high if you od on sertraline?

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I get these random spells of feeling "high"at times. i don't use any drugs and i'm wondering is it from weaning off of 50 mg zoloft (sertraline) or sleep deprived.

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Breastfeeding on 50mg zoloft (sertraline). need to go up to 75 but worried about baby getting more medication. is 75 a high dose while nursing? will she get more?

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I have high blood pressure and heart rate. my doc is about to put me on zoloft (sertraline) 50 mg. i read zoloft (sertraline) can cause qt prolongation. will i get this if i start the zoloft (sertraline)? what are the chances?

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Is a 100 dose sertraline high dose?

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How to determine when to get off zoloft (sertraline)?

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How long can zoloft (sertraline) take to get out of your system?

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When increasing from 50mg to 100mg of sertraline can you get worse before you get better?

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Took sertraline 50 mg for 3 months decreased ti 25 mg for a week then stopped completely im on day 3 sert free with no w/d effects , will i get them?

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Hi ive been on sertraline for 2 months and a week 150 mg for 4 weeks i'm still having high anxiety should i wait it out or should i increase dosage?

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