Zoloft side effects???

See that the thing with medications, they cause side effects. It effects different people differently, I've had patients that experience the same symptoms that you mentioned as well as dizziness.

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I was on Zoloft for about a year. I found that it helped alleviate most of my symptoms of depression. However, in my case, it seemed to work only in bursts of six weeks. My dosage was increased several times. This could have been due to any one of a number of factors, though; each case is entirely different. If you feel comfortable with trying out other medications, you should.

As for the side effects... I found them to be fairly mild. I had a bit of lightheadedness and stomach discomfort, but I found that the side effects disappeared after a week or so. At one point, I had tried out Celexa, and the side effects were horrible, so maybe you will have some luck with Zoloft too.

I however decided that medication is not for me, so I slowly weaned myself off of the Zoloft (with my general practisioner's approval, of course). I had quite a bit of trouble coming off of the Zoloft, mind you this had been after about ten months of daily doses. I experienced a great deal of dizziness, lightheadedness, loss of appetite... it was not what I would call a fun time. Just be aware of this when you take any medication. Trying to come off of it is going to be difficult, no matter how "non-addictive" doctors say it is.

I wish you the best.

I had the exact same side effects the first few weeks of using zoloft (2-3 weeks). Not too worry, those affects went away in-time.

But you should always be in contact with your doc the first few weeks, especially if you have any concerns (remember that is what you are on the drug for:)).

It really takes 6-8 weeks to fully see the benefits of the drug, so be somewhat patient.

-Ry

ZOLOFT may cause these side effects:

* upset stomach

* diarrhea

* constipation

* vomiting

* dry mouth

* gas or bloating

* loss of appetite

* weight changes

* drowsiness

* dizziness

* excessive tiredness

* headache

* pain, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet

* excitement

* nervousness

* shaking hands that you cannot control

* difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep

* sore throat

* changes in sex drive or ability

* excessive sweating

Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them or those listed in the IMPORTANT WARNING section, call your doctor immediately:

* blurred vision

* seizure

* abnormal bleeding or bruising

* seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist (hallucinating)

REMEMBER ZOLOFT IS the DURG "Sertraline"

Let your doctor know about what effects you have been experiencing. your doctor might need to adjust your dose (e.g., lower the strength). you can also discuss this with your local pharmacist, they would be able to tell you when is the best time of the day to take it, if you need to take it with food, etc.

You can read about Zoloft side effects here:

http://patientsville.com/medication/zoloft_side_ef...

Good luck.

i take it and i didnt have any side effects they jus made me really sleepy but they helped me sleep.

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