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Zoloft

Zoloft



USES: This medication is used to treat depression. It may also be used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorders.


 
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Zoloft

Uses
This medication is used to treat depression. It may also be used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Notes
  • It may take up to two weeks before the full effects of this medication are apparent.

Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.


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day supply of Zoloft is 87.14.
day supply of Zoloft is 87.14.
Zoloft (Pfizer) 100mg Qty.
Zoloft (Pfizer) 100mg Qty.


How To Use
  • Take this medication exactly as prescribed.
  • Try to take it at the same time each day so you remember to take it.
  • Upon starting this medication, your doctor may adjust your dose to suit your medical condition.
  • Do not stop taking this medication or increase or decrease your dose without first consulting your doctor.

Side Effects
  • Dizziness, drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, gas, loss of appetite, nausea, fatigue, headache, dry mouth, increased sweating or tremor may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
  • Weight loss, anxiety, nervousness, change in food tastes, twitching, tingling of the hands or feet, decreased sexual desire or ability, trouble urinating, flushing, ringing in the ears, thirst and runny nose may also occur.
  • If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly.
  • Report promptly chest pain, rapid or irregular pulse, difficulty breathing, skin rash, fever, mental/mood changes or seizures while taking this medication.
  • Although rare, water weight gain or bloating may precede seizures.
  • Unlikely but report unusual hyperactivity in children.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of any kidney or liver disease, seizures or any allergies.
  • To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly.
  • Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects.
  • This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • It is not known if this drug is found in breast milk.
  • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including any medication for depression, MAO inhibitors (e.g., isocarboxazid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine, furazolidone), carbamazepine, diazepam, lithium, terfenadine, astemizole, "blood thinners" such as warfarin and narcotic pain medications (e.g., codeine).
  • Also report "triptans" (such as sumatriptan or rizatriptan for migraines), dihydroergotamine (DHE), tramadol or medications for weight control (such as sibutramine or dexfenfluramine).
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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User Medicine Opinions for Zoloft  
Overall: 5 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 4 out of 5
Healing Power: 4 out of 5
No dependency problems: 5 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 4 out of 5
Sex: M
Age: 57
Time Taken: 3 months
Reason: depression Date: 28 June 2007
Side Effects
loss of sexual desire and anorgasmia; difficulty maintaining a quality diet; difficulty getting up in the morning

Additional Thoughts
My experience is that there is a minimal dose required to be effective, and that there is a maximum dose above which the effectiveness wears off. At the proper dose, the effect is darned near magic. Whoever said that the generic is not as good as the real Zoloft is exactly right. There is a profound difference, and it's not made up by increasing the dose. The drug acts very quickly, and the loss of sexual desire is almost immediate. I haven't gained weight yet, but I can see how it would be possible. I have a yearning for donuts and recommend an aggressive program. Also, the combination with alcohol is seductive...watch out.

Overall: 1 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 3 out of 5
Healing Power: 4 out of 5
No dependency problems: 5 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 4 out of 5
Sex: M
Age: 35
Time Taken: 7 months
Reason: Postpartum depression Date: 29 June 2007
Side Effects
Weight loss, upset stomach

Additional Thoughts
This med did clear up the PPD, but weaning off of it has been absolute HELL. I got/am still getting the "zaps" that so many others talk about. Had I known it would be like this, I would have requested a different med. I will NEVER take this med again under any circumstances!

Overall: 3 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 3 out of 5
Healing Power: 5 out of 5
No dependency problems: 4 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 4 out of 5
Sex: M
Age: 40
Time Taken: 2 years
Reason: Depression and anxiety Date: 6 July 2007
Side Effects
Sweatiness, loss of libido, difficulty in orgasm, EXTREME headaches if forget to take drug.

Additional Thoughts
Zoloft certainly got rid of my depression and anxiety. It also helped me with sleeping and I did not gain any weight like others have. However I was younger when I tried this so perhaps my metabolism worked differently then. It was impossible to reach orgasm on this drug so I would sometimes delay taking my drug to give my body a mini wash out period and this helped. However, if I waited too long to take the tablet, I endured severe headaches and had to lie down. Fortunately, this was reversible as soon as I took the drug again. I eventually tapered off this drug thanks to my doctor's plan which worked perfectly. The main reason I gave up Zoloft is because at the time there were reports saying that long term use of it was dangerous.

Overall: 2 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 3 out of 5
Healing Power: 4 out of 5
No dependency problems: 5 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 5 out of 5
Sex: M
Age: 47
Time Taken: 1 years
Reason: depression, nervous breakdown Date: 9 July 2007
Side Effects
loose teeth (!) and zero sex drive

Additional Thoughts
I took for almost a year - and it did help "even me out" when it came to my mental state. HOWEVER- all of my teeth became loose and would "pop and crackle" when I bit down, kind of like cracking one's knuckles. Dr. said that was not a side effect but I finally did find an obscure mention on a web site that this was a very rare side effect. Was VERY annoying and my teeth actually became loose enough to wiggle some of them with a finger. Weened off as soon as i could because this became rather distressing!

Overall: 4 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 3 out of 5
Healing Power: 5 out of 5
No dependency problems: 4 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 5 out of 5
Sex: F
Age: 35
Time Taken: 2 years
Reason: depression Date: 9 July 2007
Side Effects
My insurance switched me to generic sertraline when it came out, and I'm usually a big fan of saving money, but that pill was NOT THE SAME -- it dissolves way to easily (in my mouth, before I even swallow it), burns my esophagus unless I take it with dairy, and most importantly, DO NOT BREAK IT IN 1/2 ! When my dose got lowered I tried taking 1/2 of a 100 mg pill, but it is impossible to swallow, dissolves even faster (in the mouth before you can swallow it), tastes nasty, and burns like you're swallowing lye.

Additional Thoughts
I previously took the brand-name product from Pfizer, and it worked great - even helped my constipation, and my libido has been better than ever (since I'm no longer depressed).

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