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Sertraline withdrawal

2025-01-20 14:50:54
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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Answered2025-01-25 01:52:12

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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 effects but you are stop them by replacement or taper down doses.
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You can consult online for further evaluation and management.
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