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A member asked:

Is it ok to be on zoloft (sertraline) long term? ive been on zoloft (sertraline) for almost a year now. it's helped alot w/ my severe panic attacks so i dont wanna get off it.?

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Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Specializes in Neurology

Zoloft (sertraline): seems to be doing the trick. Unless you plan on becoming pregnant on your current meds I see no reason for making a change (other than completely coming of Xanax (alprazolam) under the supervision of your psychiatrist).

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/23/2016

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