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I am 35 and on 50 mg of zoloft (sertraline). how can i safely wean off of it? last time i tried i had crying jags along with electric sensations.
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Very slowly: Most ssri meds should be weaned gradually, but if you are especially sensitive to withdrawal syndrome you may benefit from very, very slow taper using the oral concentrate solution rather than tablet. Discuss with your physician.
Answered 3/20/2016
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