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Can an ssri, zoloft, actually cause anxiety? on day three, had a minor panic and rapid heartbeat reaction. havent had that in awhile. could it be related to new medicine?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Yes, a person can feel more anxious as they are adjusting to taking Zoloft or other SSRI's.

Answered 5/12/2020

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