Most of the health care providers prefer using Zoloft for the treatment of depression and certain kinds of anxiety disorders. Approved by Food and Drug Administration, Zoloft is a prescription medicine that comes under the category of SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors). The best part about Zoloft is that it is available in multiple strengths.
The main function of Zoloft is to make sure that there is no chemical imbalance in the brain. In a matter of one or two weeks, you will start seeing positive results of Zoloft. But this will only happen when you take regular dose, as prescribed by your health care provider. In some cases, results will come late but it does not mean that you stop taking dose of Zoloft. In an ideal scenario, you should take dose of Zoloft for a period of one year even if your condition is improved in the initial month itself.
Some of the side effects associated with Zoloft are mentioned below :
- Dry mouth
- Insomnia
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Sleepiness
- Sexual side effects
When taking the dose of Zoloft, avoid alcohol. There are some people who believe that Zoloft causes weight gain. Number of studies has been conducted in this regard but so far scientists have failed to come up with any logical conclusion. Contrary to popular belief, Zoloft is not addictive in nature. You should not use Zoloft if you are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitor. As Zoloft comes in 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg tablets, you will not face any problem in finding the right kind of dose for you. |
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