Zoloft, which is generically prescribed as sertraline, is commonly used to treat panic disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, post traumatic stress disorders, and premenstrual dysphoric disorders. Zoloft is an antidepressant known as an SSRI, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.
Zoloft is not appropriate for everyone. A thorough medical history should be assessed prior to prescribing this medication. Patients with a medical history that includes bipolar disorders, liver disease, kidney disease, seizure disorder, epilepsy, or a history of drug abuse may not be able to take Zoloft or may require careful monitoring while undergoing drug therapy with Zoloft, depending on the condition and severity of the condition.
The American Food and Drug Administration rated this medication as a pregnancy risk category C. Zoloft has been proven to cause harm and birth defects in newborn babies exposed to Zoloft while in the uterus, especially affecting the heart and lungs. Zoloft does pass through the mother’s breast milk and may affect a nursing baby. The prescribing physician should avoid prescribing this medication to pregnant or nursing women, or women who are likely to become pregnant.
There is a risk of side effects associated with Zoloft, some of which are severe. A patient experiencing a serious side effect or an allergic reaction should seek immediate emergency medical attention. An allergic reaction will present with symptoms that include facial swelling, including swelling of the lips, mouth, tongue, or throat, hives, and difficulty breathing. Other serious side effects which require emergency medical intervention include symptoms such as convulsions or seizures, tremors, shivering, muscle stiffness or twitching, lack of balance or coordination, agitation, confusion, excessive sweating, or fast and uneven heart rate.
Some patients experience a worsening of symptoms while taking Zoloft. Patients who experience symptoms such as aggression, anxiety, agitation, irritability, mania, trouble sleeping, anxiety attacks, panic, mood changes, self harm, or suicidal ideation should be taken to the nearest emergency room.
Other less serious side effects typically do not require emergency medical attention but should be reported to the prescribing physician. Patients should be encouraged to report all side effects. Less serious side effects include symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, nervousness, insomnia, restlessness, dry mouth, nausea, diarrhea, changes in appetite, changes in weight, or sexual dysfunction. Less serious side effects can often be reduced to a tolerable level by reducing the dosage of Zoloft.
Zoloft should be taken exactly as it has been prescribed by the physician. If the patient misses a dose, the dose should be taken as soon as it is remembered. However, if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, the missed dose should be skipped to avoid the potential for an overdose. The patient should never take a double dose of this medication. An overdose will present with symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, rapid heart beat, agitation, tremor, confusion, seizures, coma, or death.
There is a risk of negative drug interactions associated with Zoloft. A thorough medical history should be understood prior to prescribing this medication. Patients should be urged to inquire with the prescribing physician before taking any new medications, including over the counter medications and herbal remedies. Medications that are known to interact with Zoloft include tramadol, digitoxin, phenytoin, lithium, blood thinners, almotriptan, heart rhythm medications, and additional antidepressants. Pimozide and MAO inhibitors may result in serious negative interaction if taken with Zoloft, including coma or death. A patient must wait at least 14 days before starting Zoloft if they have taken an MAO inhibitor.
Zoloft has the following structural formula:
• Molecular formula of zoloft is C17H17Cl2N
• Chemical IUPAC Name is 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-N-methyl-tetralin-1-amine
• Molecular weight is 306.229 g/mol
• Zoloft available : 20mg/ml concentrate 60ml bottle, 25mg tablets, 100mg tablets, 50mg tablets
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Generic name: Sertraline
Brand name(s): Apo-Sertraline, Lustral, Sertralina, Sertralinum, Sultamicillin Tosylate
Review published on: 11 March 2007
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Only works well in conjunction with benzos when treating panic attacks
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I live as normal life as i can being diagnosed as manic depressive but find i still suffer with disphoric disassociation disorder prementrual and at these times find it very difficault to concentrate on my daily activities
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