Sertraline

Dosage/How to use Sertraline

Sertraline most commonly comes in tablet form (25mg, 50mg, and 100mg), but is also available as an oral solution, typically with a 20mg per mL concentration. For conditions such as premature ejaculation, a normal dose of sertraline is 25 to 100mg taken daily or as needed, depending on the patient’s symptoms and response to the medication.

Important Information

Sertraline (the Generic form of Zoloft®) is an antidepressant that’s part of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class of medications. Approved by the FDA for treating major depressive disorder (MDD), sertraline works by increasing the level of serotonin, a major neurotransmitter, in your brain. By increasing serotonin levels, Sertraline can help to prevent panic attacks, improve your general mood and stop some obsessive compulsive behaviors. sertraline is also associated with increases in ejaculation latency (longer ejaculation time) in men with premature ejaculation and is prescribed off-label to help with that. For most people, sertraline take a few weeks to start working effectively. However, many people who use Sertraline notice benefits shortly after starting the medication.

Sertraline Side Effects

Overall, sertraline is a safe and effective medication. However, like most SSRIs, sertraline side effects do occur. Most sertraline side effects are minor and occur during the first few weeks of using the medication. Common side effects include:

Fatigue and tiredness. It’s most common during the first few weeks of treatment and usually fades away on its own as your body becomes more accustomed to the medication.
Difficulty sleeping. This can contribute to daytime tiredness, making it hard to maintain your normal routine. Using Sertraline in the morning can often make falling and staying asleep easier.
Reduced appetite. Like other side effects, this tends to pass after a few weeks.
Headaches. Sertraline can cause you to experience mild headaches, particularly in the first few weeks of using the medication.
Dizziness. Like other side effects, it’s most common during the first few weeks of treatment and will usually stop as the medication reaches a steady state in your body.
Diarrhea. Like other common side effects of Sertraline, diarrhea can occur during the first few weeks of treatment.
Dry mouth.
Sexual side effects. Sertraline is one of several antidepressants that can cause sexual side effects, such as difficulty getting an erection and a reduced libido. Some men find it more difficult to orgasm after starting sertraline.
Weight gain. Like other SSRIs, sertraline is linked to weight gain. About 25% of people who use SSRIs and other antidepressants experience some amount of weight gain as a result of appetite, diet and activity level changes.

Over time, these side effects should fade as sertraline reaches a steady state in your body. If you experience persistent side effects from sertraline that do not get better over the course of one month, you should contact your doctor. Sertraline is also linked to several serious side effects. These side effects occur rarely and only affect a tiny percentage of people who take the medication.

Rare side effects include:

Fainting and extreme dizziness.
Priapism (painful, long-lasting erection). Sertraline is one of several drugs linked to priapism, a type of persistent, painful erection that lasts for longer than four hours and can cause permanent damage to your body.
Chest pain. Although rare, sertraline is linked to some cases of chest pain and difficulty breathing.
Persistent bleeding. Sertraline and other SSRIs can act as a blood thinner, meaning it may affect your body’s ability to form blood clots. This can lead to persistent bleeding if you cut yourself or experience a nosebleed.
Suicidal thoughts. Although very rare, clinical trials show that sertraline may contribute to an increase in suicidal thoughts and suicide-related events.

If you experience any of the five side effects listed above, you should seek medical assistance immediately. These are rare, potentially serious side effects that need to be treated by a medical professional.

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