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A week ago i took 3500mg of zoloft, (sertraline) and didn't seek treatment. i still have dizziness, skin tingling, confusion, sore muscles. damage?

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

No damage, C UR Dr.: It's best not to self medicate when taking antidepressants, since their dosage has to be increased gradually over a few weeks, and not taking 10 pills at once to start treatment. If you overdose taking this, you are going to have side affect seen. It's best to work with your pcp, or psychiatrist, who can manage your meds and depression better to keep you safe from side effects, suicide or danger.

Answered 3/31/2014

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Get treatment: If that's not a typo, the fact that you took an overdose indicates that something is seriously wrong. The fact that you didn't immediately seek medical attention also indicates that something is very wrong. If it was a suicide attempt, you need to be under the care of a mental health professional now. If you haven't already, see a psychologist or psychiatrist and get treatment.

Answered 3/14/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

You need to be: Medically evaluated to determine the impact of your overdose. Recommend prompt assessment since you are suffering from confusion ; dizziness. Did you mix in any other medications with your overdose.? Were you attempting suicide? Please get help. If you are currently having thoughts about killing yourself, get seen at the nearest emergency room now. Have a friend or relative drive you or call.

Answered 3/27/2014

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