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Zoloft is a serotonin reuptake blocker which is a kind of antidepressant drug (psychiatric drug).

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24 year experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Brands

Merck-setraline • Aurolift • Serdep • Serlife • Sermax • Sertra • Zolid • Zosert • Zylin

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Sertraline

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Constipation
Diarrhea
Feeling anxious
Headache
Nausea
Nervousness
Sleepiness
Tremor
Heartburn
Loss of strength
Vision loss
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Loss of appetite
Rash
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I was prescribed Zoloft (sertraline) and don't want it. Can I pour it down toilet?

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I feel like i've lost myself while being on Zoloft (sertraline) but i can't stop taking it what should I do?

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My normal 50 mg Zoloft (sertraline) doesn't help me anymore so I double dosed and I feel better. Is that okay?

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I've been taking 1 50mg Zoloft (sertraline) a day , it hasn't been helping. Would it hurt me if I take 2 of the 50mg a day?

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I'm on 50mg of Zoloft, (sertraline) once a day. I accidentally took two doses tonight (wasn't thinking). Should I worry about anything?

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What's the typically dose for zoloft (sertraline)? I have been taking 50mg for 5 months, and i feel like it hasn't worked for the past 2mo.

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A 27-year old female asked:

I normally take 50mg Zoloft and I took it late tonight because I didn't think I'd taken it at the normal time but now I'm not sure if I did take it ea?

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I am coming off Zoloft, (sertraline) it worked for me last time, saved me. this time a year or two later it isn't working. did I build up a tolerance?

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A 23-year old female asked:

My dr in oh requires frequent visits to refill Zoloft (sertraline) and doesn't change the rx. Is this acceptable practice? I have trouble refilling on time.

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Been taking Zoloft (sertraline) for a few months and piled on the pounds and my trousers don't fit unless elasticated so will I loose it if I stop the drug?

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I stil can't find any add ons for Zoloft (sertraline) 200mg a day here in australia. I have a bizy day everyday looking after my disabled son which has hydrocaphelu?

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On Zoloft (sertraline) and feeling worse, can't think/focus. What do you suggest?

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A 28-year old female asked:

Does Zoloft (sertraline) actually slow down metabolism? I don't see how that's possible.

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I can't remember if I took my Zoloft (sertraline) (100mg) should I take one just in case?

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A 24-year old female asked:

I am suppose to take my meds. (zoloft (sertraline) 25mg) at 9 but won't be home until maybe 10? Is it bad to miss it maybe an hour? 4th day on it

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A 19-year old male asked:

How long do u take Zoloft (sertraline) for. I've been on it 1 month. I don't want to go all summer without a drink. Im on 0.50 mgs and feel better?

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Does Zoloft change what you say/remove filters? if you wouldn't make a comment before you were on zoloft, would you make it now bc of the confidence?

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Hi there Ive started zoloft Ive only had half 2 two days and dont want to take these just doesnt sit right with me if I stop will I get withdrawals?

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I think I accidentally took 400mg of Zoloft (sertraline) instead of the 200mg that I am prescribed. Hectic day and can't remember. concerned/embarrassed.

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My vision has become very blurry on zoloft (sertraline). Can't see clearly at a distance. I really just need to know if this side effect go away in time?

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I've been diagnosed with benign leukopenia, possibly from Zoloft (sertraline) (have used 10+yrs). Dr doesn't seemed concerned.Should I worry or change meds?

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A 24-year old female asked:

Just started Zoloft (sertraline) 25 mg last night. I don't have any side effects so far. When will i get bad side effects. Does it happen immediate or weeks?

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I have been on 125mg of Zoloft (sertraline) for a few years now and I'm tired all the time. I can't take less because last time I tried it made me sick/anxious. ?

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WHAT happens if I accidently took 2 doses of my zoloft (sertraline)?? Im taking 12.5 mg. I couldn't remember if I took it in the morning, so I took it at 2:00. OK?

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A 19-year old male asked:

I've been on Zoloft (sertraline) for 3 months now for anxiety. I've gone from 50 to 100 to 150mg (current).. It hasn't seemed to have any effect..What should I do?

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Zoloft (sertraline) has helped my anxiety but now i feel in between emotions. I don't get overly excited like I use to and i don't get down as much.Is this normal?

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Zoloft (sertraline) for three months has stabilized my anxiety. But i don't feel highs in joy like before. I'm scared, i want to function without it. What do I do?

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