Question 1

Is zoloft (sertraline) the most effective medication for anxiety and depression?

Accepted Answer

Zoloft (sertraline) is an effective drug for treating anxiety and depression. Other drugs in its class (ssris) are also effective for these conditions.
The most effective drug is the one you tolerate which works.

Question 2

Zoloft 100mg helped anxiety but not depression, effexor (venlafaxine) 150mg helped depression but not anxiety. is there a medication that will help both?

Accepted Answer

Both meds can treat anxiety and depression.  My suggestion is to work with your prescriber to try a higher dose of either med  to see if one can treat both.  Although, generally not recommended I have combined these two meds for the reason you stated.  I sometimes find doses of Effexor (venlafaxine) above 150mg cause more anxiety. An alternative idea might be to add buproprion to Zoloft adjusting each.

Question 3

What can i do if i take zoloft is good for my depression not good for anxiety cymbalta (duloxetine) good fo anxiety not depression? i tried lots of medication

Accepted Answer

your doctor about the best treatment for you.  You want to maximize treatment. So discuss the best options with your doctor

Question 4

Hi i am currently being seen for anxiety and depression - effexor xr 75 and zoloft 100 mg. i am still experiencing trouble sleeping, concentration, and restlessness. i see my primary this friday and have been seeing her for almost 6 months. any recommendations on what to ask her to try or maybe increase for these issues?

medication?

Accepted Answer

I do not think that the medication regimen that you are on would be my choice. You should take either the Effexor or the Zoloft and not both. There is duplication My suggestion would be to maximize the Effexor and taper off the Zoloft. Effexor has a dual mechanism of action when you increase and it can go up to 225mg or even300mg. Perhaps see a psychiatrist that specializes in this.

Question 5

Zoloft 100mg helped anxiety, effexor (venlafaxine) 150mg helped depression. is there a medication that will do both? with minimal sexual side effects?

Accepted Answer

there are a couple of antidepressants that might help: a new one is Brintellix which has a good side effect profile with little sexual dysfunction reported. Older ones include Remeron and Wellbutrin. Remeron can be added to other treatments. Zoloft and Effexor (venlafaxine) ought not to be taken together due to a risk of a serotonin syndrome...which is  life-threatening!

Question 6

I was prescribed zoloft (sertraline) for my anxiety and depression. and. that pill didn't help at all. what other medications can i talk to my dr about taking ins.

Accepted Answer

If this is your first try at mood maintenance meds, you have many good medicines for a next try: lexapro, celexa, cymbalta (duloxetine). Be sure to give each medicine a decent try - at leat a month. If you have an intolerance, hang in there and give the medicine a full month to "percolate" in your system. Be careful, though, this whole group has a possibility of sexual side effects (decreased libido or climax).

Question 7

28yo fem w/ depression, anxiety. zoloft for ~10 yrs, 50mg then 75. added welbutrin. zoloft quit helping, tried lexapro (escitalopram). big weight gain. rec new drug?

Accepted Answer

Another antidepressant, possibly snri like Effexor (venlafaxine) may be more helpful at this time. Add ons such as gaba- calm and natural anxiety aids can help. They do cause weight gain usually. Therapy is always an important treatment modality for depression and anxiety, don't think it is not helpful!

Question 8

Which is a better anti depressant drug to treat panic attacks, anxiety and depression. lexapro (escitalopram) or zoloft?

Accepted Answer

Lexapro (escitalopram) and zoloft are similar medications and have both been shown to be helpful for panic, anxiety, and depression. There is probably a decreased percentage of side effects with lexapro (escitalopram), (escitalopram) so it might be preferable for that reason. However, plenty of people do well with either medicine, and I have had some patients do well with zoloft after not getting benefit with lexapro (escitalopram).

Question 9

Will zoloft make me kfeel in a better mood like before i got depression. /anxiety.does it work kind of?

Accepted Answer

This will depend on your position and your clinical status but it could be very helpful

Question 10

How long time does "zoloft 50 mg " need to make an effect on the patient if he have anxiety+mild depression ?

Accepted Answer

Like most antidepressants, zoloft (sertraline) requires at least 4-6 weeks to show effectiveness.  You may need a higher dose than the 50mg you're now taking. Doctors usually titrate the dose gradually, allowing your body to become accustomed to it.  Please work with your doctor to obtain symptom relief.  Psychotherapy is also an important part of treating anxiety and depression.

Is Zoloft the most effective medication for anxiety and depression

Is zoloft (sertraline) the most effective medication for anxiety and depression?

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Zoloft 100mg helped anxiety but not depression, effexor (venlafaxine) 150mg helped depression but not anxiety. is there a medication that will help both?

What can i do if i take zoloft is good for my depression not good for anxiety cymbalta (duloxetine) good fo anxiety not depression? i tried lots of medication

Zoloft 100mg helped anxiety, effexor (venlafaxine) 150mg helped depression. is there a medication that will do both? with minimal sexual side effects?

I was prescribed zoloft (sertraline) for my anxiety and depression. and. that pill didn't help at all. what other medications can i talk to my dr about taking ins.

28yo fem w/ depression, anxiety. zoloft for ~10 yrs, 50mg then 75. added welbutrin. zoloft quit helping, tried lexapro (escitalopram). big weight gain. rec new drug?

Which is a better anti depressant drug to treat panic attacks, anxiety and depression. lexapro (escitalopram) or zoloft?

Will zoloft make me kfeel in a better mood like before i got depression. /anxiety.does it work kind of?

How long time does "zoloft 50 mg " need to make an effect on the patient if he have anxiety+mild depression ?

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