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Took sertraline 50 mg for 3 months decreased ti 25 mg for a week then stopped completely im on day 3 sert free with no w/d effects , will i get them?

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Dr. James Burns answered

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Probably not.: But if you do, start 25 mg for a week then 25 mg every other day for two weeks then discontinue. You were on a fairly low dose and should be ok.

Answered 4/12/2014

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Doubtful: You tapered the drug and have been symptom free for 3 days. You should be ok.

Answered 4/12/2014

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