Question 1

when i haven't taken my zoloft (sertraline) in 2 + days (rarely happens that i skip) why does it cause me headaches?

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal symptom: When you miss your zoloft (sertraline) dose, you could be experiencing some withdrawal (or what the drug companies call "discontinuation") effects -- which can include headache.  I'm glad you rarely skip your doses for 2+ days.

Question 2

does zoloft cause hypoglycemia?

Accepted Answer

No: Does not affect glucose/sugar metabolism.

Question 3

effects of zoloft (sertraline) overdose?

Accepted Answer

Common effects: •drowsiness •vomiting •increased heart rate (tachycardia) or slow heart rate (bradycardia) •nausea •dizziness •agitation 
•shakiness (tremor). 
  •coma •seizures •delirium •hallucinations •high blood pressure (hypertension) •fainting •loss of life.

Question 4

can zoloft (sertraline) cause headaches?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Like any other ssris.

Question 5

how  dangerous zoloft (sertraline) overdose?

Accepted Answer

Zoloft (sertraline) Overdose sx's: May include: nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, tremor, agitation, ^ or v heart rate, seizures, fainting, hallucination, coma, delirum, ^ blood pressure &amp; death.

Question 6

why does zoloft (sertraline) cause yawning?

Accepted Answer

Side effect: Yawning is an uncommon side effect of Zoloft (sertraline) and other medications. Discuss with prescribing doctor if this is bothersome. I've not been able to find a good explanation as to why this side effect occurs. It may be related to drowsiness side effect. I hope this helps.

Question 7

can zoloft (sertraline) cause increased anger?

Accepted Answer

That is possible &amp;: is not a good thing. Please let prescribing provider/ psychiatrist know asap.

Question 8

what are the tests for zoloft (sertraline) overdose?

Accepted Answer

No tests.: This is a confusing question.
Most doctors start with the smallest amount ant it's a sufficient dosage.

Question 9

does zoloft (sertraline) cause your cholesterol to go up?

Accepted Answer

No : No real association.

Question 10

insonmia caused by zoloft (sertraline) does it ever go away?

Accepted Answer

It should: Zoloft (sertraline) can cause either insomnia or sedation. Effects are typically transient. Also, various anxiety and depressive conditions cause insomnia. Zoloft (sertraline) and other antidepressants are effective treatments for these conditions. As such, they may alleviate insomnia related to these conditions. Thus, if zoloft (sertraline) is causing persistent insomnia, there are numerous available alternative antidepressants.

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