Question 1

does generic for zoloft (sertraline) have maoi in it?

Accepted Answer

No: Sertraline, generic for zoloft (sertraline) is the same as zolft, nothing more, nothing less.

Question 2

is sertraline a maoi ? i need to take something for sneezes and runny nose, sore throat

Accepted Answer

No and NO: Sertraline is an ssri used for depression and anxiety. It sounds like you need a antihistamine like zyrtec or benadryl (diphenhydramine).

Question 3

is it true that zoloft (sertraline) is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor?

Accepted Answer

No: Zoloft (sertraline) is a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor (ssri).

Question 4

what drugs are considered maoi's?

Accepted Answer

See below: Common mono amine oxidase inhibitors are parnate, (tranylcypromine) Marplan and nardil.  There are many others available in other countries, and they are now used as generics.  You can check for a list of them on a reputable web site.
Maoi's are generally used to treat depression and some anxiety disorders.

Question 5

in regards to medicine, what is an maoi?

Accepted Answer

Antidepressant: Monoamine oxidase inhibitors.  these medications prevent the break down of monoamine neurotransmitters.  They are typically use for depression.

Question 6

what  medications are considered an maoi?

Accepted Answer

See below: The following drugs are listed as maoi's: Emsam (selegiline); Marplan (isocarboxazid); Nardil (phenelzine); Parnate (tranylcypromine). The herbal supplement st john's wort is thought to be a mild maoi. Many drug interactions with these older psych meds; check with doc b4 mixing with anything else.

Question 7

what could 700mg of sertraline do to you?

Accepted Answer

Serotonin syndrome: It could land you in the hospital for serotonin syndrome. If you are considering overdosing, call 911 or go to your nearest emergwncy room! get treatment! get better! you deserve it! work with your doctor to treat whatever is going on!

Question 8

is it okay to take 5 or 6 sertraline 50mg?

Accepted Answer

Doctor's instruction: With any prescription including zoloft/sertraline, it is highly recommended that you follow your doctor's prescription exactly as indicated on the bottle. The dose range for zoloft is generally 25 mg to a maximum of 200 mg daily. The dose of this medication generally does not shift quickly since it takes time to see results at a given dose (several weeks). Contact your doctor if not sure.

Question 9

please describe the medication: sertraline?

Accepted Answer

Sertraline : Sertraline is ssri medication that is used for depression and anxiety disorders. Talk to your healthcare professional for more info.

Question 10

is it okay to break 100mg of sertraline in half?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is safe to split Zoloft (sertraline) in half.  It is not an extended release pill so there isn't any issue with half doses.  Some pills are even scored to facilitate splitting the tablet.

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