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I am 25 years old. i took setraline(50mg) intermittently within 2 years (not continuously 2017 to 2018). i got finger tremors and shaking on face. it's been a year since i have stopped medication. still the tremors are present. will it get cured ?
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Doubtful: Doubt these tremors were caused by sertraline, as they continue. See a neurologist for medication to control the shakes, then try to taper 3-6 months after control is achieved. Bon chance.
Answered 12/18/2019
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