Question 1

very poor sleep for 1 month. difficulty falling asleep, constantly waking up, & not feeling well-rested. nothing is different, but i started zoloft 1 month ago. also, i have been constipated for 2 wks. could zoloft be the cause or something else?

Accepted Answer

See answer: Zoloft (sertraline) has the possibility of causing the insomnia. Every has the possibility of reCting to medications differently. You should try taking the medication in the am and see if this makes a difference for you. The constipation may be from many sources. Try hydration and exercise daily. Watch your diet eat healthy and give up the junk foods. You will feel better have more energy and the brain will fu

Question 2

should i go to the er? i am experiencing burning and cramping in my stomach as wel as nausea and constipation. i just started on zoloft (sertraline) 5 days ago.

Accepted Answer

Serotonin : I am a psychologist, not a medical doctor, but my understanding is that there is more serotonin in the gastrointestinal tract then there is in the brain. This is why G.I. side effects are common with many of the serotonergic antidepressants. ask your prescribing doctor for direction regarding these symptoms.

Question 3

ibs? i've been some mild diarrhea and then some constipation, bloating etc i also a very severe case of gad anxiety and hypochondria i'm on zoloft (sertraline) 150

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Possibly: Absolutely yes.  Irritable bowel syndrome commonly occurs in concert with anxiety.  However, diarrhea and constipation can sometimes be indicative of other health problems.  See your doctor for a proper evaluation.

Question 4

been eating vry little last 3 days as a side effect of starting zoloft (sertraline). taking psyllium w/cal supp.5 tabs 2xday.  not pooping much & not bulky. am i constipated again or is it bc of little food intake?

Accepted Answer

Please Drink Water: It is most likely not eating enough. That is quite a large amount of fiber. I would hope you have drunk one to two liters of water to flush that through.

Question 5

constipation on sertraline (4yrs) what is best laxative to take to elevate please?

Accepted Answer

Miralax (polyethylene glycol): However, a thorough GI work up is indicated to rule out other causes of constipation, including other medications and over the counter preparations, especially antihistamines which can be very constipating and are present in many over the counter sleeping aids. In my experience i can't recall any patients with chronic constipation from sertraline. Irritable bowel, constipating type comes to mind.

Question 6

does zoloft (sertraline) cause forgetfulness

Accepted Answer

Side effects: Not usually but disturbance in attention could occur which could impact remembering new events. See:  http://www.drugs.com/sfx/zoloft-side-effects.html

Question 7

does coming off zoloft (sertraline) cause a rash?

Accepted Answer

Rash: Reactions to ssri withdrawal can occur, especially if done too rapidly. I've known of itching or hive-like reactions but not rash. Did you have a rash when you started it?

Question 8

can zoloft (sertraline) cause decreased appetite?

Accepted Answer

Zoloft (sertraline): In some, not all, depending on dose & duration taken.

Question 9

can zoloft (sertraline) cause heavy painful period?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Zoloft (sertraline) is in a group called ssri's-, used for depression, which is much more common in women; the depression, or irritability, mood disorder, anger often occurs premenstrually. These ssri's can definitely cause changes in menstrual cycle--inc bleeding, pain, irregularity. A successful way of treating premenstrual depression is taking zoloft a week, starting 2-3 days before it starts.

Question 10

does zoloft (sertraline) (generic) cause palpitations?

Accepted Answer

Zoloft (sertraline): Any of this family of drugs can be associated with palpitations but they are not prominent among their side effects.

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Very poor sleep for 1 month. difficulty falling asleep, constantly waking up, & not feeling well-rested. nothing is different, but i started zoloft 1 month ago. also, i have been constipated for 2 wks. could zoloft be the cause or something else?

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Should i go to the er? i am experiencing burning and cramping in my stomach as wel as nausea and constipation. i just started on zoloft (sertraline) 5 days ago.

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Ibs? i've been some mild diarrhea and then some constipation, bloating etc i also a very severe case of gad anxiety and hypochondria i'm on zoloft (sertraline) 150

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Been eating vry little last 3 days as a side effect of starting zoloft (sertraline). taking psyllium w/cal supp.5 tabs 2xday. not pooping much & not bulky. am i constipated again or is it bc of little food intake?

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Constipation on sertraline (4yrs) what is best laxative to take to elevate please?

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Does zoloft (sertraline) cause forgetfulness

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