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I went to the hospital during a panic attack and was given ativan. 1 day later, i started 50mg of zoloft. today i feel jittery and more anxious. i have occasional palpitations on and off. could this be ativan withdrawal or side effects from zoloft?

Q: i went to the hospital during a panic attack and was given ativan. 1 day later, i started 50mg of zoloft. today i feel jittery and more anxious. i have occasional palpitations on and off. could this be ativan withdrawal or side effects from zoloft?

: These are rather common side effects of zoloft. I recommend a lighter starting dose. Until you contact a treating MD, you might cut the dose in half

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These are rather common side effects of zoloft. I recommend a lighter starting dose. Until you contact a treating MD, you might cut the dose in half

Answered 9/26/2022

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A member asked:

I went to the hospital during a panic attack and was given ativan. 1 day later, i started 50mg of zoloft. today i feel jittery and more anxious. i have occasional palpitations on and off. could this be ativan withdrawal or side effects from zoloft?

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