Question 1

can zoloft (sertraline) prescribed to teenagers?

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Yes: This is used by many practitioners in teens. As with other similar medications in this age group, proper evaluation and close monitoring is needed for best results.

Question 2

my teen was persribed zoloft (sertraline) (50mg) for ocd by gp. is it safe to stay on valerian (200) hops (100) and passionflower (100) as persribed by homeopath?

Accepted Answer

V. Risky: These three homeopathic meds you mention are all hypnotic and sedating, they also work on serotonin and may interact with zoloft (sertraline) leading to the well known serotonin syndrome which can be very serious. It is always "not a good idea" to have two professionals prescribe for the same problem ( with rare exceptions) . So wold suggest that you discuss all this with your prescribing physician.

Question 3

is sertraline better than zoloft?

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Zoloft (sertraline): Zoloft is brand name, sertraline is generic zoloft.

Question 4

can zoloft (sertraline) have a ne?

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Zoloft (sertraline): Not sure what ne stands for. Please provide response &will be happy to help.

Question 5

how does zoloft (sertraline) work?

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Zoloft (sertraline): Zoloft (sertraline) is one of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, hence produces elevation in serotonin levels which produce reduction in symptoms of depression & anxiety.

Question 6

what r side fx of zoloft (sertraline)?

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SSRIs: Zoloft or sertraline commonly results in nausea, dry mouth, upset stomach, constipation within the first several weeks, but these should go away.  Other side effects (less common) include sexual side effects (decreased interest, inability to have an orgasm), increased thoughts of suicide in those 25 and younger, blurred vision, abnormal bleeding among others.

Question 7

can zoloft (sertraline) make you ichy?

Accepted Answer

Zoloft (sertraline) and itchy: We can be allergic to any chemicals that we take, from skin product  to pills. Itchy is the main allergic reaction to anything. But itchy is not know of as a "side effect" from zoloft (sertraline).
Any redness on the skin where it itch? How long does it last of been happening? Does it get worse?Had you taken zoloft (sertraline) before then take it again? You can also react to the chemical that makes the pill, not zoloft (sertraline).

Question 8

can zoloft (sertraline) affect eyesight?

Accepted Answer

Yes but ....: more often than not the eye problems are due to something else. Best have the eye doctor have a look. (refraction, tonometry and a good look at the back of the eye ) If then it is thought that the medication may be contributing, the prescribing physician should be made aware and allowed to participate in any proposed change in medication.

Question 9

can you cut zoloft (sertraline) in half?

Accepted Answer

Yes : But depends on what dose you want to take, also as long as you are aware that cutting the dose may put you at risk of relapsing to depression.

Question 10

could zoloft (sertraline) be cut in half?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Many zoloft (sertraline) tablets are scored, and are easily cut in half.

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