General Information on Zoloft
Zoloft is indicated in treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder, major depressive disorder, social anxiety disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, panic disorder and premenstrual dysphoric disorder in adults. It is also used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder in children and adolescents (6-17 years of age)
Sertraline, the main active ingredient in the medication belongs to a family of medicines known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs. It works by blocking the reabsorption of Serotonin and thus helps maintain adequate levels of this neurotransmitter in the brain. Imbalance in the levels of Serotonin is considered to be one of the causes of depression.
Zoloft is available in the form of a tablet and an oral concentrate. The tablet is supplied in three strengths such as Zoloft 25mg, 50mg, 100mg. Each ml of Zoloft oral concentrate contains 20mg Sertraline. The drug is a prescription medication, so you should not buy Zoloft online unless it is prescribed in the treatment by your doctor.
< h2>Side effects of Zoloft
Zoloft may cause mild to severe side effects in some people. It does not mean every person using this medication may experience some side effect. Many people using this medication do not complain about any side effects.
Less serious side effects associated with Zoloft: mild nausea, dry mouth, decreased sex drive, drowsiness, difficulty in having an orgasm, upset stomach, tired feeling, changes in weight or appetite, dizziness, stomach pain, sleep problems, constipation, impotence. These side effects wane with time as your body gets used to the medication. If any of these side effects stay for long time or become bothersome then you should consult your doctor.
Severe side effects associated with Zoloft: vomiting, high fever, tremors, shallow breathing, headache, feeling unsteady, diarrhea, hallucinations, trouble concentrating, nausea, sweating, uneven or fast heartbeats, memory problems, overactive reflexes. Stop using the medication and consult your doctor if you notice or experience any severe side effect after taking a dose of Zoloft.
Pregnant women, nursing mothers should buy Zoloft only after learning about the risks and benefits of using the drug from their doctor.
< h2>Dosage of Zoloft
Your doctor will give specific instructions regarding the dosage. The dose of Zoloft depends on various factors such as patient’s age, the medical condition that is being treated, other medical conditions patient is having and other medicines patient is taking.
The recommended adult dose to treat post-traumatic stress disorder, panic disorder or social anxiety disorder is 25mg of Zoloft once daily. After a week, doctor may increase the dose to 50mg of Zoloft, once daily. If symptoms continue, the dosage may be increased further or decreased if there are any side effects.
The recommended adult dose to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder in women is 50 mg of Zoloft once daily. The dose may be given throughout the complete menstrual cycle or only in last two weeks of menstrual cycle.
You can take the medication with or without food. Take the medication on same time everyday as it helps keep even levels of medication in the blood.
< h2>Interactions
Zoloft may interact with other medicines you are using and cause side effects. It may interact with medicines such as Digitoxin, Warfarin, Tramadol, Lithium, Almotriptan or heart rhythm medicines. Before you buy Zoloft in any form tell doctor about every medicine you are using which includes prescription medications, over the counter drugs and herbal supplements.
