Guide To Sertraline (Zoloft)

Side Effects

The most commonly reported side effects of this medicine include headaches, dry mouth, sleeping difficulties, loss of appetite, and sweating. These side effects tend to be mild. Most individuals find that they resolve on their own within a few weeks of starting the medication. Some patients have experienced diarrhea, abdominal pain, chest pain, or vomiting. Additionally, it has caused confusion and aggression. Doctors should be notified of these side effects immediately. It may be necessary to adjust the patient's dose. Some patients will need to switch to another type of antidepressant.

Individuals under twenty-five years old may experience suicidal thoughts shortly after starting sertraline. Doctors should ask the patient about their mood at all follow-up visits. The patient's family and caregivers should also be alert for possible changes in their mood or behavior. Any changes should be reported to the doctor immediately. In rare cases, this medication could cause a dangerous reaction called serotonin syndrome. Fever, agitation, hallucinations, muscle stiffness, and a fast heart rate are signs of this. Patients should seek urgent medical attention for these symptoms. Emergency medical attention is also necessary for blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, and eye swelling.

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