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I was prescribed zoloft about 3 months ago, i've experienced a lack of motivation i am also on vyvanse.. is this normal? before i was on effexor (venlafaxine)

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Dr. Amrit Singh answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Expected: it is one of the many side effects of psychotropics. u may continue if ur depression id better.

Dr Beck agreed

Answered 12/11/2014

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Dr. William Singer answered

May need dose adjust: Your symptoms are most likely related to your depression. It may be time to adjust the Zoloft (sertraline) dose. Speak to your prescriber about your symptoms .

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 3/31/2015

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A member asked:

I was prescribed zoloft about 3 months ago, i've experienced a lack of motivation i am also on vyvanse.. is this normal? before i was on effexor (venlafaxine)

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Amrit Singh answered

Dr Beck agreed

Dr. William Singer answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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