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Is zoloft (sertraline) a benzodiazepine?
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Zoloft (sertraline): Zoloft (sertraline) is an ssri antidepressant, not a benzo.
Answered 5/7/2016
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No, it isn't: Sertraline (Zoloft/ Lustral) is one of the Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants. It works primarily by increasing serotonin. Benzodiazapines on the other hand, enhance effect of gama-aminobutyric acid (GABA).
Answered 11/28/2017
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