Brand Name: Zoloft, Lustral.
Generic Names: Sertraline, Sertafine.
This medication is not meant for treatment without a specialist's intervention.
Common Uses
Zoloft (Sertafine) is in the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, antidepressants. It is primarily used in treatment depression in adults and different mind disorders like: panic, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, obsessive-compulsive disorder or premenstrual dysphoric disorder. Also Zoloft (Sertafine) may be used in other conditions in accordance with your doctor's prescription.
How to Take
The dosage of Zoloft (Sertafine) is prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more than recommended to avoid potential danger for your health. Zoloft (Sertafine) can be taken with or without food. Taking medicine at the same time each day will help you to remember to take it and that will have a better effect of use. The usual starting dose for adults to treat depression is 50 mg a day. The maximum dose is 200 mg. Remember that a period of several weeks should pass before you start taking Zoloft (Sertafine) in a higher dose.
Warning and Precautions
A lot of well known antidepressant medicines may have side effects, such as suicidal thoughts or actions in young adults, teenagers and children. The symptoms of worsened depression, suicidal thoughts, or changes in behaviour should be reported to the doctor immediately. You or your relatives should report any changes in your behaviour to your doctor - that information will the specialist to decide the benefits or risks of your taking the medicine.
Zoloft (Sertafine) may rarely cause painful erection. This could happen even when you are not having sex. If this is not treated right away, it could lead to permanent sexual problems such as impotence. Contact your doctor right away if this happens.
Important
If you are taking Zoloft and you are pregnant or going to be, inform your doctor. The risk of such symptoms may be found out in your newborn: trouble with breathing, bluish skin, fits, body temperature changes, feeding difficulties, vomiting, low blood sugar, stiff or floppy muscles,
vivid reflexes, tremor, jitteriness, irritability, lethargy, constant crying, sleepiness and sleeping
difficulties.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you have remembered. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Zoloft (Sertafine) overdose is dangerous mostly for central nervous system and heart. Mild symptoms of an overdose include drowsiness, dry mouth, nausea and vomiting. More severe complications include hypotension, cardiac rhythm disturbances, hallucinations, and seizures. If you suspect an overdose, contact your emergency room immediately.
Storage
Store Zoloft (Sertafine) at room temperature, in a tightly closed container it comes in. Protect the medicine from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store it in the bathroom. Keep Zoloft (Sertafine) away from pets and children.
Possible Side Effects
Any of the medicine as well as Zoloft can cause side effects. If the side effects occur, seek medical attention or consult your doctor. Anyway, such common side effects may bother you: dry mouth, anxiety, insomnia, low blood pressure, change in sex drive, pain in the hands and feet, vomiting, increased salivation, stuffy nose. Seek medical attention if any of these side effects occur: rapid heart beat, chest pain, numbness in your limbs, uncontrollable shaking, hallucinations or allergic reactions.
More Information
The information given above is a summary. Your doctor can provide more information about Zoloft (Sertafine). Do not share this medicine with others for whom it was not prescribed. Do not use Zoloft (Sertafine) for other health conditions. Do not store the medication with an end term of its storage.
