Zoloft®
is a drug used medically in the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive
disorder, bulimia nervosa, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, and
many other disorders. It is a psychotropic drug for oral administration.
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Zoloft®
Zoloft 25 mg - 30
Tablets
Drug Uses
Zoloft is a prescription medicine used to treat depression,
panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (also called
OCD) and posttraumatic stress disorder (also called PTSD) in
adults. Zoloft is also used to treat OCD in children (ages
6-12) and adolescents (ages 12-17).
How Taken Zoloft
Zoloft comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken
once daily and may be taken with or without food. Take Zoloft
exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take
it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Continue to take
Zoloft even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Zoloft without
talking to your doctor, especially if you have taken large
doses for a long time. Your doctor probably will want to decrease
your dose gradually. This drug must be taken regularly for
a few weeks before its full effect is felt.
Warnings/Precautions Zoloft
Before taking Zoloft, tell your doctor if you have liver disease;
have kidney disease; suffer from seizures; or suffer from mania
or have suicidal thoughts. You may not be able to take Zoloft,
or you may need a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during
treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above. Zoloft
is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is unknown
whether it will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Zoloft
without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or
could become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether
Zoloft passes into breast milk. Do not take Zoloft without
first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Missed Dose Zoloft
If you take Zoloft once a day in the morning, take the missed
dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time
for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular
dosing schedule. If you take Zoloft once a day at bedtime and
do not remember to take it until the next morning, skip the
missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed
one.
Zoloft Possible
Side Effects
If you experience any of the following serious side effects,
stop taking Zoloft and contact your doctor immediately or seek
emergency medical treatment: an allergic reaction (difficulty
breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue,
or face; or hives); an irregular heartbeat or pulse; low blood
pressure (dizziness, weakness); high blood pressure (severe
headache, blurred vision); or chills or fever. If you experience
any of the following less serious side effects, continue taking
Zoloft and talk to your doctor: headache; tremor, nervousness,
or anxiety; nausea, diarrhea, dry mouth, or changes in appetite
or weight; sleepiness or insomnia; or decreased sex drive,
impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm. Side effects other
than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor
about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially
bothersome.
Storage Zoloft
Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15° -
30°C (59° - 86°F).
Overdose Zoloft
Seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of a Zoloft overdose
include nausea, vomiting, tremor, seizures, agitation, drowsiness,
hyperactivity, and enlarged pupils.
More Information Zoloft
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Zoloft may cause dizziness or drowsiness.
If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities.
Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness or
dizziness while taking Zoloft.
Disclaimer Zoloft
This drug information is for your information purposes only,
it is not intended that this information covers all uses, directions,
drug interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of your
medication. This is only general information, and should not
be relied on for any purpose. It should not be construed as
containing specific instructions for any particular patient.
We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability
of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the
use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences
to persons or property, however such damages or consequences
arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in
regards to this information.
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