Sertraline 100mg

US Brand Name : Zoloft

HOW TO TAKE
Administer once daily either morning or evening. If Zoloft makes you drowsy, take it at bedtime. May be taken with or without food; however, this needs to be consistent.

Peak effects are seen within 4.5 to 8 hours. Some reduction in symptoms of depression or anxiety may be seen within the first week of taking Zoloft; however, it may take up to six weeks for the full effects of Zoloft to be seen.

Zoloft is a brand name for sertraline which is an effective antidepressant with less potential for drowsiness than many other antidepressants. It belongs to the group of medicines called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) which can be associated with an increased risk of bleeding events and interactions with other medications that also release serotonin.

USES

Zoloft may be used in the treatment of moderate-to-severe depression (Major Depressive Disorder).

• May reduce feelings of anxiety in people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, or social or generalized anxiety disorder.

• Also approved to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), relieving symptoms such as avoidance and intrusion.

• May improve mood associated with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

• Zoloft is available as a generic under the name sertraline.