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A member asked:

Taking zoloft (sertraline) @ night for 11 days. wake up very anxious. okay to skip dose tonight? have exam in morning & want to avoid anxiety. will take later.

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Half-life = 1 day: Especially if you think it will help, you should be okay. But don't make it a practice. Do discuss options w/ your Dr - that's a rough side effect! Please consider CBT as an addition or alternative - research is clear on this for optimal help. You'll still have half in you so don't take an extra dose, just wait till evening. Best!

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 9/23/2016

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