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Can i take alka-seltzer plus night severe cold and flu if i'm on zoloft (sertraline)?

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Dr. Patricia Foster
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Psychiatry 46 years experience
Possible interaction: According to the box label, each packet has diphenhydramine 25 mg (aka Benadryl) which causes sedation and might be a problem with Zoloft (sertraline) depending on your dose. Why not try a non-sedating decongestant? Ask the pharmacist for help.
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