Zoloft Side Effects

What is Zoloft?

Zoloft is known generically as Sertraline, an antidepressant classified as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Zoloft has an effect on brain chemicals which are imbalanced and cause depression, panic attacks, anxiety disorders or obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD) problems. It is prescribed to people sufferign from depression, OCD, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), panic and anxiety disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Zoloft may be utilized for other reasons. Consult a doctor for more information about Zoloft.

Potential for Abuse?

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Zoloft Side Effects

Serious Zoloft side effects:

• Allergic reactions, such as hives, rashes, and/or swelling
• Suicidal thoughts
• Panic attacks
• Increased anxiety
• Behavior changes, risk-taking behaviors
• Irritability
• Hyperactivity
• Increased depression
• Seizure
• Tremors
• Balance and coordination problems
• Increased perspiration
  

Less serious Zoloft side effects:

• Diarrhea
• Decreased sex drive, impotency
• Dry mouth
• Appetite change
• Weight change

This is not a complete list of Zoloft side effects. Consult your doctor for a full list.

Interesting Zoloft Tidbits

Here are some interesting facts about Zoloft

• Zoloft is the most prescribed antidepressant in the US, with almost 30 million Americans having a prescription.
• There is some controversy about whether serotonin affects depression, as voiced in article in the medical jorunal PLoS Medicine
• Zoloft has a half life of about 26 hours
• It is metabolized by the liver
  

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