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Has Zoloft worked for anxiety, even on low doses?

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masso 12 April 2024

"For panic disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, or social anxiety disorder: Adults—At first, 25 milligrams (mg) once a day, taken either in the morning or evening. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 200 mg per day."

Source: Mayo Clinic

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masso 13 April 2024

"Although clinicians most often prescribe Zoloft to treat depression, the FDA has approved it to treat social anxiety disorder, too.

Is 25mg of Zoloft enough for anxiety?
Pfizer, the manufacturer of Zoloft, lists the starting dosage for anxiety at 25 mg per day. A care provider may increase the dosage, typically by 25 mg per week, up to a maximum of 200 mg per day. The optimum dosage for anxiety depends on the individual; a physician will weigh the benefits of increasing the dosage against the side effects experienced.

How long does Zoloft take to work for anxiety?
Research indicates that many people find some relief from anxiety symptoms within the first six weeks of starting Zoloft.

When should you increase your Zoloft dosage for anxiety?
A care provider is likely to increase a patient's Zoloft dosage if their anxiety symptoms fail to improve within the first few weeks of beginning treatment with the drug."

Mtnsgirl 13 April 2024

Thank you for replying I am on Zoloft for anxiety Started at 25 now only at 37.5 She is trying to get me to 50 but dealing with side effects in hopes it will help

Mtnsgirl 13 April 2024

Thank you for replying I am on Zoloft for anxiety Started at 25 now only at 37.5 She is trying to get me to 50 but dealing with side effects in hopes it will help

masso 13 April 2024

I wish you the very best and you are welcome... if you experience any side effect inform your Dr. and hang in there.

Mtnsgirl 13 April 2024

Having a rough day Didn’t sleep last night do to Zoloft causing some insomnia Had to take Ativan I have started my fourth week Was hoping I might feel better by now Sure appreciate the support

masso 13 April 2024

A word of advice, try not to pay much attention to the side effects, that will only make you more anxious and it will definitely make you feel worse, sometimes things tend to get worse before they get better... hang in there don't lose your faith.

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