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Sertraline (Zoloft)

Sertraline ( Zoloft ) is used in the treatment of all types of depression, It may also be used to panic disorder, social phobia, obesity, or obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD ).

Strengths:

Tables:

50mg, 100mg

Dosages:
Actual dosage must be determined by a physician.

Oral:

Start : 50mg 3 times daily.
Increases : 50mg in 3 or 4 day intervals.
Maximum : 400 mg in 24 hours.

Normal dosage:

If under 12 years of age, DO NOT USE!
12 to 60 years of age, 50mg.
Over 60 years of age, Lower dosage increased cautiously.

Problems with:

Liver Function: Lower dosage, as needed.
In rare cases, may cause liver damage.

Kidney Function: N/A.

Take With: With food.

Full Benefits In: First week to three or more weeks.

Missed Dose(s): If within one hour take, if over an hour skip and then continue on your normal schedule.
Never Take a Double Dose!

If Stop Taking: Do not stop without consulting your physician..

Warnings

The habit-forming potential is none.

Do not take this drug if you have taken a MAO inhibitor, monoamine oxidase ( MAO ) in the last five weeks.

Do not take this drug if you plan to have electroconvulsive therapy ( ECT ).

Do not take this drug if you are pregnant, try some non-drug alternatives.

Do not take this drug if planning to become pregnant. Do not take if you are breast-feeding.

Do not give this drug to any one under eighteen. If over sixty only use drug in small doses and with close monitoring of it's side effects.

Do not use if: You had negative reactions to this drug in the past.

Inform your Doctor if: You had negative reactions to this drug in the past. If you have a history of seizures, recent heart attack, kidney disease, Parkinson's disease, or liver disease. If you are taking any other prescription or non-prescription drug. If you plan to be under anesthesia or having any surgery in the next few months, also if you will be under-going any medical tests.

Sertraline ( Symptoms or Effects )

Common: Diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry month, headache, indigestion, fatigue, insomnia, nausea, nervousness, tingling, or vomiting.

Rare: Altered taste, abnormal vision, chest pain, confusion, hallucinations, headache, hives, impaired concentration, increased blood pressure, numbness, paresthesias, or tongue ulceration.

See physician always: Altered taste, abnormal vision, chest pain, confusion, dry month, hallucinations, impaired concentration, increased blood pressure, numbness, paresthesias, or tongue ulceration.

See physician if severe: Diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, indigestion, fatigue, insomnia, nausea, nervousness, tingling, or vomiting.

See physician NOW:

Stop taking and see physician NOW: Anemia, hives, skin rash, or seizures.

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