Question 1

insomnia caused by zoloft (sertraline) does it ever go away?

Accepted Answer

Zoloft (sertraline): Try taking zoloft (sertraline) in the morning rather than at night. A sedating antidepressant at bed time may also be helpful.

Question 2

does insomnia caused by zoloft (sertraline) ever go away or will i always have this?

Accepted Answer

Take sertraline am: Sertraline (zoloft) can cause difficulty with sleep, especially if taken at night. This goes away in time for some patients but not for others. Taking it in the morning may reduce this side effect.

Question 3

recently put on zoloft, (sertraline) 25mg. have been experiencing insomnia every night. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Zoloft (sertraline): Try taking the zoloft (sertraline) in am instead of evening. Hopefully, this side effect will pass. Let your psychiatrist know. In the meantime - use excellent sleep hygiene. Retire &amp; rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark &amp; cool &amp; use only for sex &amp; sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs &amp; no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner &gt;

Question 4

how well does zoloft (sertraline) work for anxiety and insomnia?

Accepted Answer

Zoloft (sertraline): Is very effective and well tolerated for both depression and anxiety.

Question 5

how long does insomnia last when on zoloft (sertraline). will this side effect go away in time.

Accepted Answer

See below: Insomnia is a possible side effect of zoloft (sertraline). After discussing w/ your prescribing doctor, one option would be to take it in the morning to avoid the effects. Another is to discuss about switching to another medication. Speak w/ your prescribing doctor about it. Also, you can help to sleep better, by avoiding caffeine, alcohol, ; bright lights near bedtime.  Try to regularize your sleep schedule.

Question 6

i take my zoloft (sertraline) in the morning and sleepaids at night. can't sleep will the insomnia go away in time.

Accepted Answer

What sleep aids?: I don't know how long you've been on zoloft, (sertraline) or what sleep aids mean. Sleep disturbance is often part of depression, and improves as depression remits. Zoloft (sertraline) requires at least 4-6 weeks -- and often longer -- to show its effects. Risperdal is an antipsychotic and not really a sleep aid; can help with psychotic depression or bipolar. Your own psychiatrist will be better able to answer you on this.

Question 7

3 mrning dose of zoloft (sertraline) cauzd insomnia.now i take lexotanil to sleep.m healthy.dun wana take any med.bt cant sleep w/o lexo.how lng zoloft (sertraline) effect end?

Accepted Answer

Usually 2-3 weeks: When beginning an SSRI med like zoloft, (sertraline) it is not unusual to have some restlessness that may interfere with sleep, but this usually resolves after several weeks.  Some patients find that a PM dose causes less insomnia, but for now, I recommend being consistent in the AM. If you have more agitation, contact your doctor. Avoid caffeine and chocolate in your diet.  You may try Melatonin for sleep.

Question 8

on vyvanse 40mg and just had 1st zoloft 25mg last night. had insomnia and diarrhea last night. should i take it pm again or should i try morning?

Accepted Answer

Morning dosing .: Zoloft is a serotonin increasing agent, via the blockade of transporters in the nerve nets that remove it from the synapse.  Also it does this to a lesser extent with dopamine, thus increasing that neurotransmitter. The GI tract is heavily innervated by serotonin and many people develop diarrhea or other GI symptoms from it. Also taking it at night is a bad idea due to increased dopamine.

Question 9

how long does insomnia last with zoloft. i've been on it for 3 weeks and now taking ambien (zolpidem) and still can't sleep. how long does insomnia last on zolof?

Accepted Answer

It varies: The highest risk period for antidepressant side effects is the first 10-14 days after starting, but side effects can last up to a month before resolving.  However, your insomnia sounds quite severe and given it has already been 3 weeks, in my opinion, likely warrants a change in medication.

Question 10

i switch from cymbalta (duloxetine) 90mg to zoloft 50mg when i stop the last dose of cymbalta (duloxetine) 30mg i get insomnia what could bi the  reason ? and what i do

Accepted Answer

Cymbalta (duloxetine) withdrawal : Or Cymbalta (duloxetine) discontinuation syndrome. There are various Cymbalta (duloxetine) withdrawal symptoms. Insomnia is only one of the many.
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Recently put on zoloft, (sertraline) 25mg. have been experiencing insomnia every night. what can i do?

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How well does zoloft (sertraline) work for anxiety and insomnia?

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How long does insomnia last when on zoloft (sertraline). will this side effect go away in time.

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I take my zoloft (sertraline) in the morning and sleepaids at night. can't sleep will the insomnia go away in time.

A member asked:

3 mrning dose of zoloft (sertraline) cauzd insomnia.now i take lexotanil to sleep.m healthy.dun wana take any med.bt cant sleep w/o lexo.how lng zoloft (sertraline) effect end?

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On vyvanse 40mg and just had 1st zoloft 25mg last night. had insomnia and diarrhea last night. should i take it pm again or should i try morning?

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How long does insomnia last with zoloft. i've been on it for 3 weeks and now taking ambien (zolpidem) and still can't sleep. how long does insomnia last on zolof?

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I switch from cymbalta (duloxetine) 90mg to zoloft 50mg when i stop the last dose of cymbalta (duloxetine) 30mg i get insomnia what could bi the reason ? and what i do

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