Question 1

currently on 100mg zoloft and 100mg lyrica to help with my anxiety, been on them for 3 months and feel much better but considering going up a dose with zoloft. have read that zoloft causes heart problems now i am concerned and considering stopping?

Accepted Answer

: Be careful what you read, especially on the internet.  While it’s true that Zoloft, along with most antidepressants, can cause cardiac problems, the risk is less than 1%, which is another way of saying that 99% of the time it’s not a problem.

Question 2

does zoloft (sertraline) cause heart defect in babies?

Accepted Answer

YES?NO: There are reports in the literature describing teratogenic effects of the ssri's (effects on the growing fetus) the evidence for causing heart problems is not conclusive yet, so it is hard to say with certainty that zoloft (sertraline) is the cause of heart defects. In any way, it is better to discuss this issue with your prescribing physician
good luck and feel better.

Question 3

zoloft/ sertaline cause heart racing can't sit still. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Sertraline: Check with your doc, could be side effect of the drug.

Question 4

25 mg of zoloft (sertraline) causing heart palpitations? does this mean something is seriously wrong with my heart? palpitations stop 2 weeks after stopping zoloft (sertraline)

Accepted Answer

Adverse reaction: It sounds like you had an adverse reaction to the Zoloft, (sertraline) that being the palpitations and nervousness is listed as one of side effects of the drug and with nervousness often comes palpitations so you're not off base with that. So I would not attribute it to having a bad heart, just to the drug, especially since the palpitations stopped after you stopped the drug. Best wishes!

Question 5

in the last week i have gotten 3 episodes of shocking pain in my arms.after a few seconds it goes away could this be related to zoloft (sertraline) or heart?

Accepted Answer

Neither: "shocking" pain is generally due a nerve impingement.  I would consider cervical spondylitis as my first concern.  X-rays and MRI are used for diagnosis. Hearts and zoloft (sertraline) are not likely candidates.

Question 6

can zoloft (sertraline) increase heart palpitations? is it dangerous? i've had pvcs for years but noticed an increase when starting zoloft (sertraline) a week ago

Accepted Answer

Zoloft/ palpitations: At least 1 in 100 people taking Zoloft (sertraline) will experience palpitations so you could be having more on the drug. To determine the significance of the increasing palpitations, I'd contact your doctor to examine you and see if a Holter monitor is indicated ( 24 hr. continuous monitoring of one's heartbeat with a symptom log kept to correlate palpitations to actual heart rhythm when they  occur).

Question 7

do you think zoloft (sertraline) is safe, heart wise? i haven't had palps in a while, but felt an odd one 2nite. im always scared of meds, &don't want bad effects!

Accepted Answer

Generally yes.: Zoloft (sertraline) has rare instances of causing heart problems. It could also be something else causing palpitations.   If you feel this medication is causing such problems you should tell your doctor so he/she can evaluate the problem.  If need be he/she can change your medication.

Question 8

can zoloft (sertraline) withdrawals cause heart problems?

Accepted Answer

Generally not but: Taper off zoloft (sertraline) as your physician instructs.

Question 9

can zoloft (sertraline) cause increased heart rate when dosage is increased?

Accepted Answer

Yes uncommonly: In a postmarketing survey of over 70, 000 patients, 1.19% of patients reported tachycardia associated with the use of zoloft (sertraline).

Some had preexisting hypertension, depression, pain and other possible contributing factors.  All resolved with discontinuation of the agent if persistent.  Please make your prescribing physician aware of your issue.  Good luck.

Question 10

is it normal for zoloft to cause frequent heart palpitations?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Yes, in my experience Zoloft may cause palpitations in a significant percentage of patients, especially at higher doses.

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Currently on 100mg zoloft and 100mg lyrica to help with my anxiety, been on them for 3 months and feel much better but considering going up a dose with zoloft. have read that zoloft causes heart problems now i am concerned and considering stopping?

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Does zoloft (sertraline) cause heart defect in babies?

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Zoloft/ sertaline cause heart racing can't sit still. is this normal?

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25 mg of zoloft (sertraline) causing heart palpitations? does this mean something is seriously wrong with my heart? palpitations stop 2 weeks after stopping zoloft (sertraline)

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In the last week i have gotten 3 episodes of shocking pain in my arms.after a few seconds it goes away could this be related to zoloft (sertraline) or heart?

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Can zoloft (sertraline) increase heart palpitations? is it dangerous? i've had pvcs for years but noticed an increase when starting zoloft (sertraline) a week ago

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Do you think zoloft (sertraline) is safe, heart wise? i haven't had palps in a while, but felt an odd one 2nite. im always scared of meds, &don't want bad effects!

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Can zoloft (sertraline) withdrawals cause heart problems?

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Can zoloft (sertraline) cause increased heart rate when dosage is increased?

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Is it normal for zoloft to cause frequent heart palpitations?

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