Sertraline Side Effects Depression- 112 Questions Answered

Hi doctors, I am taking sertraline 25 mg night with clonazepam .25 at night for anxiety and tranxiety 50 mg in morning for the past two days..and I am having more panic feelings, anxiety in the morning. Is this a side effects..when will it subside..please help

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi.. medicines take sometime to work. Consult online for counseling ... Read More

I have Social Anxiety, Depression and poor concentration problem. My Doctor prescribed me with Sertraline and I have been taking it for 1 week now. I feel over excited, energetic and loud speaking when I started to take Sertraline. Is it normal to feel like this during the initial stage? Will this go away after somedays? Thank you

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Dr. Shilpa Sri S.KPsychiatrist | Bangalore

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Hi, sertraline is prescribed for depression and anxiety. However in some people, it can cause excitability and other such symptoms which you have mentioned. There is no definitive way of knowing it. P ... Read More

I took sertraline for OCD as recommended by a psychiatrist. But I feel anxiety, nervousness, worry etc. And lethargy(due to which I am not able to concentrate on my preparation.) I told my doctor these problems due to sertraline. He said these will go in some days but still after 2 months these have not gone. My studies are getting affected very ba

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Dr. Shabir Ahmad DarSexologist | Srinagar

Sertraline may cause these symptoms in begining but settle as time passes. Stop using Google for your symptoms . ... Read More

I've had allergy, acne with hair growth in uncommon places. My doc has recommended usage of sertraline tablets. What's the use of sertraline(SSRIs) ? As far as I understand, Its used for depression. Under what circumstances does one use it for skin issues and would it have any side effects?

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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Need to see the skin lesions... for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

Im venkat,recently i consulted psycharitist 4 weeks for anxiety and panic attack.He kept me on sertraline 50mg.From last one week i am having neck pain,body aches and joint pains i consulted general physican and done all blood tests all are normal.Now i am better with anxiety and depression but these side effects are severe.I asked psychatrist he

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Dr. Amit Kumar GuptaPsychiatrist | Jaipur

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I would like you not to stop sertraline as you will again start having anxiety symptoms. Anyway consult any orthopaedician for your problem. It would be better if you can share your investigation repo ... Read More

I am planning to get married to girl. Before final decision she informed me that she suffered depression in 2011 due to work pressure and was taking psychiatric treatment. Her doctor prescribed her medicines also. From 2011 to 2016, she took one of these medicines – Sertraline, Amitriptyline, Paroxetine, Agomelatine under the guidance of her doct

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Dr. Anil Kumar JainGeneral Physician | Bangalore

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Hello there. I can understand your concern. As such nothing wrong can happen, but we cannot predict the future exactly. She just needs to keep in touch with her psychiatrist and everything should b ... Read More

I am currently on sertraline 100 mg for past one month . I have seen zero improvement and have got sexual side effects. Doctor advised to quit sertraline . But through online I got to know about withdrawal. I have been on them for only one month , can I just stop it as adviced by the doctor . ??

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Dr. Dewanand Kharolia (Kumawat)Neuropsychiatrist | Bikaner

Hello, You mentioned that you are on Sertraline 100 mg since 1 month, but not mentioned for what problem you taken this. No doubt that few antidepressants have withdrawal effects and sexual side effec ... Read More

Hello...Doctors..Am suffering wit depression Anxiety and Mental health issues...Doctor suggested me Sertraline 50 mg..Pravonol 40 mg Zapiz 0.5..Is there any side effects with these medicines...Am married...It's effecting sexual problem???

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Dr. N. VenkatramanPsychiatrist | Chennai

If you are experiencing one such side effect , kindly reach your Psychiatrist and review the medications ... Read More

Can bupropion 150mg be used along with sertraline 100mg for the treatment of both depression and adhd?

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Dr. Ajaz Ahmad SuhaffPsychiatrist | Srinagar

No ... Read More

Doctor prescribed me fluxotine 20 two times but after 5 days i had anxiety attacks , numb all face and feeling like fainting , and now my psychiatrists prescribe me sertraline 50 , he said sertraline is the safest antidepressant , i am worried about medicine , why ?

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Dr. Mayuri MohantyPsychiatrist | Thane

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Don’t worry! Sertraline is safe and treats anxiety and depression.50mg is also low dosage so safe. ... Read More

In mental stress, strain, depression, anxiety, fear, overthinking etc, where loss of sleep, memory and focus issues etc, and other symptoms of depression or depressed functioning occur, is there any loss of nerve cells or neurons or damage to the brain as an organ? Where nerve cells die off? Any permanent decline in cognitive functions or loss of m

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Dr. Abhinav TewariNeuropsychiatrist | Lucknow

Hi, The best way ahead would be a detailed clinical interview to understand the symptoms and your comprehensive history. For a personalized plan, find me by searching "Dr Abhinav Tewari Neuropsychi ... Read More

Hello Doctors, I have Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Hypochondriasis, Panic Attacks since last 12 years. I have started my treatment when my psychiatrist prescribed me Escitaloporam 10 plus clonazepam 0.25 for 9 years. I have tried Desvenlafaxine, Paroxetene, Bupropion, Vortioxetine for 1 months each but it gave me really bad constipation with blood

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Dr. Ankit GuptaPsychiatrist | Bilaspur

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Hello Sir Your illness is not like just hit and try That whatever medicines remain, that would be started to you and if any side effects than shift it to another medicines And also there is a requirem ... Read More

Which is the best medicine for Health Anxiety Disorder and Genralised Anxiety Disorder associated with constipation and not a regualr bowel movement because of these Anti - Depressants. Took SSRI like Escitaloporam 10 and Vilazodone for 12 years. Paroxetene, Desvenlafaxine, Vortioxetine, even Sertraline caused constipation. Please suggest any1.

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi.. maybe you can try non Sertonin medicine. Consult online for prescription ... Read More

"Is it safe to take 300 mg of sertraline daily (100 mg in the morning and 200 mg at night), along with 20 mg of propranolol twice a day and 0.5 mg of clonazepam at night, for hypochondriasis—since the FDA only approves up to 200 mg of sertraline?"

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Dr. Garima SinghPsychiatrist | Ghaziabad

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As per your query, you are bothered regarding dose of Sertraline.dose of a medication depends on various factors for example what other medications or illness an individual have or smoking, alcohol th ... Read More

A friend of mine has been on anti depressants (Sertraline 150mg) for past 4 months after being diagnosed with severe depression and she seems to be improving with the medications. Two weeks ago, she got sick with an eye infection, tonsillitis, fever cough and cold and had been taking antibiotics (Amoxiclav) and other medications and has recovered e

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Dr. Reshma RahmanGeneral Physician | Delhi

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Kindly connect…. ... Read More

I am on 100mg sertraline and now my anxiety is gone, but I am feeling so brain fog, poor concentration, weaknesses, memory problem when I approached my psychiatrist she advised me to 150mg per day, when I take dose of 150mg in starting days, i feel so anxious, fast heartbeat Please tell me to do something, what's the cause behind this, I am so far

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Dr. M.S. JagadeesanPsychiatrist | Chennai

You need a second opinion as your 10g sertraline has Controlles your anxiety and brain fog is a know side effect of sertraline which can be easily addressed rather than increasing the dose. Good luck ... Read More

Sir, I am on sertraline medication on 100mg for 1 year, but from some days I am feeling severe brain fog, weakness, disoriented, I am feeling my medicine is not working properly on me. Is there any risks in taking sertraline, if this sertraline has left one month of expiry date? Please clear my doubt and suggest me any solution

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Dr. M.S. JagadeesanPsychiatrist | Chennai

Till expiry date you can take. Sertraline gives benefits and sometimes side effects like brain fog. It can be dealt with meds or other means.good luck ... Read More

If the patient is suffering from depression & not sleeping well at night , but sleeping day time , Can he take TryQ 10 & melonin tablets ? Are there any side effects of Try Q 10 tablets and taking Acknotin Tablets along with anti depression tablets . Please guide

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Dr. K SupriyaGynecologist | Bhilai

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I am on sertraline 100 mg . I have not dewormed my stomach for 2 years . I want to take a deworming pill called albendazole . Can I take while I am on sertraline . I am confused .

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi..There are no significant interactions between sertraline and albendazole when taken for one day. However, both medications can cause mild stomach discomfort, dizziness, or nausea in some people. I ... Read More

I am on 100mg sertraline for my diagnosis of general anxiety disorder . It's been three months since starting it and no improvement. I want to quit it . Can I quit it suddenly or should I reduce the dose. How much dose should I reduce by each time interval?

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi.. as you said you have no improvement with sertraline, cross tapering with another anti depressant may help. ... Read More

I took 2 tablets of 100mg sertraline instead of 1 . Will it be fine ? Or i will need to get help from anybody?

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi.. mostly you will have flu-like symptoms.. ... Read More

Hey docs ..am taking sertraline 50 mg for my panic disorder and multivitamin for vitamin B12 deficiency..is it ok to take both meds

Asked for Male, 21 Years 924 Views v

Dr. Anuj MothsraGeneral Physician | Jhunjhunu

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

Atomoxetine was prescribed to me to treat adhd. I took it along with fludac and it caused various side effects like high bp, pulse rate change, anger, aggression and irritability. Can the side effects of atomoxetine be nullified or stabilized by combining it with another ssri like sertraline or fluvoxamine ? Or even desvenlafaxine/venlafaxine? Plea

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Dr. Suneet UpadhyayaNeuropsychiatrist | Jaipur

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Fluoxetine increases levels of atomoxetine by reducing its metabolism. So there are higher chances of side effects of atomoxetine. You should reduce the dose of atomoxetine in consultation with your P ... Read More

I have been on Clonazepam for last 1 year for my gut issues, I tried to stop it and had a relapse of anxiety and depression. I am taking 150mg of sertraline and .5mg of clonazepam at night. My body is not functioning well, gets very tired. Doesn't feel like doing anything and always in stomach pain. Nothing came up in the reports all reports are f

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Dr. Rahul M. RaoPsychiatrist | Mangalore

Please meet a psychologist for therapy ... Read More

My doc prescribed me sertraline 50 morning and night causing me anxiety I'm taking it since 8 days and tension also Should i do now stop it or continue

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Dr. Rahul M. RaoPsychiatrist | Mangalore

Please meet your doctor again and discuss. Usually it is supposed to be taken for a longer period of at least 6 months ... Read More

I have taken appointment with psychiatrist today and he changed the medication from paroxetine 12.5 mg to sertraline 50 mg... I have taken paroxetine 12.5 mg in morning can i start taking sertraline 50 mg in night on same day...please help

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Dr. Rohann BokdawalaPsychiatrist | Mumbai

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Hi. Take the sertraline from the next night. ... Read More

For illness Anxiety Disorder and Fear of Death and Fear of Heart Attack Doctor given me Sertraline 12.5 mg to 100 mg..guide me

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Dr. Sartaj DeepakPsychiatrist | Ghaziabad

The clinician has done the right thing, if you do not perceive any benefit over same, you should consult a Psychiatrist and ask him/her to further optimise the treatment regime. ... Read More

Hello, I am on 150 mg sertraline, I take it at night before sleeping. But I get acidity and belching at night. And I already have sleep issues. Can it be taken every afternoon?

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Dr. Shreyasi PaulPsychiatrist | Kolkata

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Yes it can be taken in the afternoon. But consult your Psychiatrist so you can be prescribed an snti acidity medicine along with it. Sertraline can cause sleep issues, in that case it's better to take ... Read More

If one leaves depression and anxiety untreated. What are its long term effects on heart? What sort of health check ups would you recommend to check your heart health?

Asked for Female, 30 Years 121 Views v

Dr. Akshat VarmaPsychiatrist | Rewa

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Thanks for your question. Firstly untreated depression and anxiety will cause a lot of mental stress which would make daily activities very difficult. They can also lead to cardiac conditions as well ... Read More

Hi ! I have been diagnosed with anxiety neurosis. I have been affected by it from past year. I have been given dosage of Sertraline 50 mg for 4 weeks by doctor on online consultation. I am seeing calmness. But there is still alot of restless, improper sleep, attention issues , flashbacks, obsessive doubts and also little sweating on palms and pain

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Sertraline side effects depression

Hi doctors, I am taking sertraline 25 mg night with clonazepam .25 at night for anxiety and tranxiety 50 mg in morning for the past two days..and I am having more panic feelings, anxiety in the morning. Is this a side effects..when will it subside..please help

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I've had allergy, acne with hair growth in uncommon places. My doc has recommended usage of sertraline tablets. What's the use of sertraline(SSRIs) ? As far as I understand, Its used for depression. Under what circumstances does one use it for skin issues and would it have any side effects?

I am currently on sertraline 100 mg for past one month . I have seen zero improvement and have got sexual side effects. Doctor advised to quit sertraline . But through online I got to know about withdrawal. I have been on them for only one month , can I just stop it as adviced by the doctor . ??

Hello...Doctors..Am suffering wit depression Anxiety and Mental health issues...Doctor suggested me Sertraline 50 mg..Pravonol 40 mg Zapiz 0.5..Is there any side effects with these medicines...Am married...It's effecting sexual problem???

Can bupropion 150mg be used along with sertraline 100mg for the treatment of both depression and adhd?

Doctor prescribed me fluxotine 20 two times but after 5 days i had anxiety attacks , numb all face and feeling like fainting , and now my psychiatrists prescribe me sertraline 50 , he said sertraline is the safest antidepressant , i am worried about medicine , why ?

"Is it safe to take 300 mg of sertraline daily (100 mg in the morning and 200 mg at night), along with 20 mg of propranolol twice a day and 0.5 mg of clonazepam at night, for hypochondriasis—since the FDA only approves up to 200 mg of sertraline?"

If the patient is suffering from depression & not sleeping well at night , but sleeping day time , Can he take TryQ 10 & melonin tablets ? Are there any side effects of Try Q 10 tablets and taking Acknotin Tablets along with anti depression tablets . Please guide

I am on sertraline 100 mg . I have not dewormed my stomach for 2 years . I want to take a deworming pill called albendazole . Can I take while I am on sertraline . I am confused .

I am on 100mg sertraline for my diagnosis of general anxiety disorder . It's been three months since starting it and no improvement. I want to quit it . Can I quit it suddenly or should I reduce the dose. How much dose should I reduce by each time interval?

I took 2 tablets of 100mg sertraline instead of 1 . Will it be fine ? Or i will need to get help from anybody?

Hey docs ..am taking sertraline 50 mg for my panic disorder and multivitamin for vitamin B12 deficiency..is it ok to take both meds

My doc prescribed me sertraline 50 morning and night causing me anxiety I'm taking it since 8 days and tension also Should i do now stop it or continue

I have taken appointment with psychiatrist today and he changed the medication from paroxetine 12.5 mg to sertraline 50 mg... I have taken paroxetine 12.5 mg in morning can i start taking sertraline 50 mg in night on same day...please help

For illness Anxiety Disorder and Fear of Death and Fear of Heart Attack Doctor given me Sertraline 12.5 mg to 100 mg..guide me

Hello, I am on 150 mg sertraline, I take it at night before sleeping. But I get acidity and belching at night. And I already have sleep issues. Can it be taken every afternoon?

If one leaves depression and anxiety untreated. What are its long term effects on heart? What sort of health check ups would you recommend to check your heart health?

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