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A 24-year-old female asked:

Just started zoloft (sertraline). is it normal to have headaches, dizziness, and head feels weird like its under pressure. also seeing dots sometimes?

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Dr. Alan Ali
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Psychiatry 34 years experience
Zoloft (sertraline): Temporary side-effects like the ones you described should wear off in a week or so. If persist or worsen, talk to your doctor about dose adjustments or alternative medications.
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