Zoloft, also known by its generic name sertraline, is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Zoloft affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression, panic, anxiety, or obsessive-compulsive symptoms. Zoloft is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Some of the less common uses for Zoloft include premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and irritable bowel syndrome, as well as sexual dysfunction in men. The complete effectiveness of Zoloft as treatment for the last problems still remains inconclusive.
Do not take Zoloft if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. The combination of Zoloft with any of these drugs could lead to some dangerous side effects. The side effects of Zoloft use encompasses a wide range of ailments, including headache, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, sore throat, excessive sweating, tingling in the hands and feet, and tremors, along with manifestations of sexual arousal disorder in both men and women. More serious side effects include hallucinations, blurred vision, and seizures. Children and young adults who take Zoloft may also, paradoxically, be at a higher risk for depression and suicide.
Zoloft is currently profiled under FDA pregnancy category C. Drugs that are in this category like Zoloft may cause serious or life-threatening lung problems in newborn babies whose mothers take the medication during pregnancy. However, you may have a relapse of depression if you stop taking your antidepressant during pregnancy. If you are trying to get pregnant or become pregnant while taking Zoloft, do not stop treatment until you talk to you doctor first. Currently it is not known if Zoloft is absorbed into the breast milk or if can harm a nursing baby. Talk with your doctor first before breast-feeding a baby while on Zoloft.
Zoloft is an antidepressant drug which is designed to help those with their signs and symptoms of depression, however there are several Zoloft side effects that one should look out for. If you would like to start taking Zoloft for your depression, consult with your doctor first.
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Do not take Zoloft if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. The combination of Zoloft with any of these drugs could lead to some dangerous side effects. The side effects of Zoloft use encompasses a wide range of ailments, including headache, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, sore throat, excessive sweating, tingling in the hands and feet, and tremors, along with manifestations of sexual arousal disorder in both men and women. More serious side effects include hallucinations, blurred vision, and seizures. Children and young adults who take Zoloft may also, paradoxically, be at a higher risk for depression and suicide.
Zoloft is currently profiled under FDA pregnancy category C. Drugs that are in this category like Zoloft may cause serious or life-threatening lung problems in newborn babies whose mothers take the medication during pregnancy. However, you may have a relapse of depression if you stop taking your antidepressant during pregnancy. If you are trying to get pregnant or become pregnant while taking Zoloft, do not stop treatment until you talk to you doctor first. Currently it is not known if Zoloft is absorbed into the breast milk or if can harm a nursing baby. Talk with your doctor first before breast-feeding a baby while on Zoloft.
Zoloft is an antidepressant drug which is designed to help those with their signs and symptoms of depression, however there are several Zoloft side effects that one should look out for. If you would like to start taking Zoloft for your depression, consult with your doctor first.
URL References:
- www.rxlist.com/zoloft-drug/indications-dosage.htm
- www.medicinenet.com/sertraline-oral/article.htm
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