The following information is NOT intended to endorse drugs or recommend therapy. While these reviews might be helpful, they are not a substitute for the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgement of healthcare practitioners in patient care.
Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I have been on Zoloft for quite a few years. I absolutely love it, except for recently (the last few months) I have been getting headaches if I miss a couple. Otherwise, I've had no other side effects and it has helped with the suicidal thoughts. It's helped me gain perspective and think about my feelings instead of just automatically feeling down.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: Side effects, both of which will go away eventually: dry mouth, nervousness and jitteriness.
The other "side effects" that many mention are actually more in line with symptoms of depression and anxiety. It's very hard to come off of Zoloft as you WILL get the "electrical shock" effect (if you've ever weaned yourself off, you know what I mean). Also, coming off any anti-depressant may cause/allow some rebound anxiety and depression.
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Zoloft (sertraline) : I had a life changing event and I noticed that I was not able to "balance" work, home (mom) and other things. I've been on Zoloft for almost 2 yrs. And thank goodness! I don't think I would have handled what I did as well as I did had I not been on it. I don't really notice any side effects for me.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I've been on Zoloft (generic) for about three months. I noticed an immediate difference in the way I felt. I began taking it for mild anxiety/depression. I am now starting to feel more depressed and empty again, like my body is becoming immune to it. I don't want to switch because I don't want to go through another medication. Zoloft though in general has helped incredibly within the last three months -- my boyfriend and I don't fight, I don't get snappy on people, and I feel so much better about going out and doing things. I am more productive now than I ever was. I just don't want my body to become used to it because I love the way it felt to feel okay.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I started taking Zoloft about 6 days ago for work related stress and anxiety. I was feeling really down and worried. I had a loss of appetite and I felt like I was on my way towards a nervous breakdown. The first day I felt mellow and great but now I feel tired at work and a little numb. I am going to give it some time and see, it can take up to and sometimes beyond 4 weeks to work. Not sure if this will be right for me or not but I definitely recommend getting help if you are feeling anxious or depressed. The main side effects I've noticed so far have been insomnia, upset stomach, a sensation of hotness in the skin, and trouble concentrating at work.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: I started taking 25mg Zoloft 3 weeks ago. The changes have been phenomenal in just that short a time. I have no PMS/PMDD symptoms at all right now. I hope they never return. Zoloft has changed my life. I hope it isn't too soon to tell if the good times will continue but I hope and pray they do. I haven't had any side effects except for one. If I take it in the morning, I get extremely sleepy by mid-afternoon. So I take it at night, problem solved. Maybe I'm one of the lucky ones but for so many years I have suffered from PMDD with no relief, that for once, I can brag about how good I feel now! I hope the same for other women experiencing PMS and PMDD.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: Started taking 100mg one year ago for mild post partum depression. It really helped me for the first 6(ish) months and I definitely felt a change. I started feeling depressed again (several life "happenings") so my doctor increased my dose to 150mg, which I have currently been taking for going on 4 months now. I've been feeling depressed again and am at the point where I either need to increase my dose (again...and I'm already on a high dose) or switch to a different medicine. I think I'm trying the latter. Some of the side effects I have experienced:
insomnia, extreme fatigue, slight weight gain (10 lbs over a one year period...active young mom, so very weird for me), increased depression, headaches.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: It made me feel sick all the time. Sometimes it would give me the shakes. It seems to work for many but, not for me. Try it and see!
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: As far as a sleep medication it works great, as far as anxiety medication I find that Ativan, klonopin and most benzodiazepines work better for me as anxiety medications but that is just my own personal experience with anxiety medications.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Social Anxiety Disorder: I have been on Zoloft for almost one year. After reading some of the other posts, I have realized my weight gain is caused by the medication. Or is it? How do I know? My anxiety is much better, but I need to find a way to maintain my weight because I don't want to stop the medication.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I was prescribed Zoloft for depression. I had tried Wellbutrin and Lexapro in the past with little results. With Zoloft at first the side-effects were tough. Also, I was having sexual side-effects. Lacking desire (which is not normal for me), and the inability to achieve orgasm. I decided to try taking my pills in the morning, rather than at night like I had been doing. After a couple of days past on with my new schedule, the sexual side effects subsided and I'm back to normal with that. I never knew an anti-depressant could help so much, but it has REALLY helped me!
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: Been on Zoloft for about 3 weeks. Gradually upped dosage. Feel better, just can't ejaculate. Hopefully this will change as my body adapts to the drug.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: Overall, Zoloft is a good drug. I have taken it for a few years now and have had no side effects. It helps with my depression, but still struggle with an occasional panic attack. I am on a higher dose than most people, 100 mg, and might have to go higher or switch to something else, I would recommend it for mild anxiety and depression
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I have taken this for one day and have had burning and tingling sensations all over my body. I have felt like I was going to throw up, faint, over all I have had pretty much all the side effects. I will never take another one.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I started taking this because I was getting upset really easy. At first I felt a little happier but it definitely made me shaky and sick. I get upset a lot less but I'm really just numb to everything. It make me impulsive and irritated.
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sertraline for Anxiety and Stress: I have severe anxiety and moderate depression. I have been taking Sertraline for about 2 weeks. First week I took 25 mg and noticed a lot of side effects. 2nd week I moved up to 50 mg and have noticed barely any side effects which I found odd. Worst side effect is being so energetic at night and sleepy and tired throughout the day and constipation. It has given me the ability to control my emotions and seems to make me happier and feel stronger to fight my anxiety and negative thoughts. One thing that I am really scared about is weight gain although I feel like it has decreased my appetite I feel like it has caused weight gain because my weight has increased 3 pounds since I started it two weeks ago.
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sertraline for Anxiety and Stress: I took the generic sertraline for the first time tonight, just 50mg and within 2 hours I was throwing up, having dry mouth, diarrhea and shaking uncontrollably. I'm assuming I had an allergic reaction of some sort, I mean, why would 50mgs of Zoloft act so swiftly as far as side effects? Make sure you know your parent's or other close families experiences with medicines before you take them. It's a good indicator of what could happen to you, and at least you'll be prepared. My mom had the same bad reaction but apparently my doctor didn't find it noteworthy. I suppose now she will. So be careful. Make sure you weigh all your options appropriately.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: Took Zoloft about 12 years ago for approximately two years. Within days of taking it my mood and overall attitude improved very much for the better. I was able to tolerate and enjoy things that used to set me off. I had absolutely no side effects for at least a year, then I started to have very slight sexual side effect but nothing that I could not live with. I got off the medicines after about a year and a half and all has been well. I was happy and content for over ten years. Recently I noticed that I am very anxious and intolerant of people and situations just like I was years ago. I am now back on 50mgs and hope that it is as successful again as it was then.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: This drug, the first time I took it, caused my jaw to clench and grind uncontrollably. However, it made me feel VERY good and I have just started to take it routinely (100Mg). Hopefully, it will continue to keep me happy, especially since I'm a freshman in college.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Bipolar Disorder: My original experience with Zoloft was over ten years ago, during a serious depressive episode - it seemed to be effective as a stabilizer. This past December, a doctor prescribed it again to help pull me out of another down-turn. Within the course of a month I progressed from severe depression to ultradian mood cycling, which resulted in a nervous breakdown. The cycling abated within a couple weeks of discontinued treatment with Zoloft.
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sertraline for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: I started taking Zoloft and now use the generic sertraline, for two reasons, one was for depression with both of my parents being sick and having to move out of their home and into an assisted living and the second reason was for the "flu-like" symptoms and bad moods that I would have with my monthly period. I hardly know when I will be starting my period because I don't have the cramping and mood swings as I had.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Panic Disorder: This medicine works for me. It takes about 3 weeks to really see a difference, but I was able to take it even when pregnant and breastfeeding and it helped me to feel better and sleep and eat good for my baby. Very glad there is treatment for people who have this problem.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: Helped with my mood really well.
But I had severe tremor which I had to endure for a month before it could be stopped. The tremor did not ease at all, it even made my feet shake when they were off the floor and my jaw. If you can put up with tremor it definitely helps with lifting your mood!
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sertraline for Depression: I started using Sertraline HCL for my major depression. I started out with 1/2 50mg pill for 1 week then switching to the entire pill from then on. By the beginning of the 2nd week I noticed a better mood in general. My husband also noticed a different in my moods. So for mental clarity, etc. it was great. The side effects, however, just became unbearable and I stopped taking it after 3 weeks. Mild/temporary side effects were nausea for about 2 days during the first week then the sweating started. By the start of the 2nd week I was sweating all the time. My face broke out in huge pimples (not normal for me) and my neck itched like crazy! Doctor told me to stop taking it and as quickly as it lifted my mood, it dropped it again.
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sertraline for Depression: I started taking Zoloft over a year ago, and at first it improved my mood 90%. That was senior year of high school. Then I started college, my increased stress also had me increase my dose from 50-75 mg. Since then I have gained 45 lbs, had a severe decrease in my sex drive, and upon increasing to 100mg, have been so apathetic and just not wanting to do anything. I am 19. Shouldn't really happen for me. For some people it works great, for me, I'm just going cold turkey from here out.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I've been on Zoloft for 2 weeks now, and already see a difference. I was prescribed this because of stress related anxiety. Over the past couple of weeks I was able to control my outbursts, which is huge for me. I don't know about not being able to sleep, I have been on OTC sleep medicines for quite some time now. The one thing I am noticing is a extreme thirst! It seems to be unquenchable. Overall A .
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I started using Zoloft for anxiety and minor depression. It has been a God send. I was overwhelmed and lethargic- now I am back to myself- I have energy again. I had the typical side effects for the first few weeks, but they have subsided. No weight gain or sexual side effects for me. I am very happy with the results. Everyone is different, and the medications are all different so remember to talk to your doctor if after 6 weeks you don't feel different or worse.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Bipolar Disorder: I seem to be doing very well on this medicine (was on Cymbalta for 2 years and it lost its purpose such as many antidepressants do). Zoloft is not supposed to wear off over time.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I started taking 50mg of Zoloft about 6 months ago. I started taking it for depression, stress/anxiety. It does the trick but there are two side effects I don't like. First I have put on weight and second climaxing is near impossible.
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sertraline for Depression: I have been on Sertraline 50 mg for 6 months, prescribed for frequent crying spells and difficulty accomplishing anything owing to low feelings in the wake of a divorce and two bereavements. After 2 weeks, I started to feel quite a lot better. The crying virtually stopped, although I still cry occasionally for a few minutes if upset about something. In the first month, I felt quite euphoric and full of new energy, but now I just feel normal, calm, rational, more industrious and sociable. The drug has not affected my sleep or ability to concentrate. I have, however, gained weight, as well as a sweet tooth. I also often awake with clenched teeth. I am occasionally oddly absent-minded, but better overall, and happier.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Postpartum Depression: I have been taking Zoloft for two weeks now, I have noticed an increase in my appetite, I have had horrible mood swings (my poor children). I sleep all the time and have no energy, I feel dizzy and sick to my stomach all the time.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I started taking Zoloft about 3 1/2 weeks ago. The first week I started to feel better. Though about 5 days in I had a really bad hotflash where I had to lay on the floor for about 5 minutes, and then I felt like I was going to throw up. Haven't had that sense. I do feel tired so I've started taking it at night. Also, I feel like I have restless leg syndrome. But other than those things I am now able to focus and my OCD seems to have calmed down a lot. I still get anxious, but it doesn't stick around as long and I'm able to move on from it easier. I feel like I can live in the moment and not worry about my past or present or what issue I need to stop before it happens. I am able to focus better at work too. I think my husband likes me now.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I was on Zoloft for 8 years. Most of those on a minimum maintenance dose. In the last few years it affected my memory and it didn't work as well for the depression and anxiety. Does a good job treating PMS. I had to go off eventually, but it was a good run. Had night sweats and some sexual side effects. I also would feel nauseous if I was hungry while I was on it. Best to take at night.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I took Zoloft as a teenager for depression and experienced paranoia and heard voices. As an adult, I tried Zoloft again for anxiety and depression as my doctor thought I had outgrown the previous side-effects. This time I felt an increase in anxiety, nervousness, and paranoia (which I did not experience on any other medicines). It did help lift the depression but it was not a calming medication and I would not recommend it for anxiety.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: Zoloft is not a good medicine for "severe" depression. I have OCD and that is what this medicine is best used for. It does help with the anxiety and the headaches that go along with it. It keeps the obsessive thoughts to a minimum. My compulsive need to make everything perfect is also gone. It makes you more social too. It has not made me gain weight. It is a good drug if used for OCD.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Panic Disorder: This may sound weird, but I started Zoloft for depression almost 2 1/2 months ago, and I'm still severely depressed. However, I have noticed that it has helped me with a little something I now realized were panic attacks (haven't told the therapist or the psychiatrist about them). I went off the Zoloft for 5 days and all hell broke loose. I've been back on it and I realize that I'm very chill now. I don't freak out at every little thing and don't curl up in the corner of my room sobbing about meaningless things and things I can never change. So for panic disorder, I give it a high score. Depression, ..not so much. Oh, and it definitely helps with OCD too. I think I became OCD in some of my panics.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Vulvodynia: It made me 95% pain free for 15 years. Unfortunately it's effectiveness diminished over the years and I had to switch to another drug.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I'm 12, and I've taken Zoloft for about three months now. It has helped with my anxiety, a lot, but the side effects are horrible. My depression has worsened, it has disrupted my sleep patterns, and I'm never hungry anymore. I'm also taking Concerta (I have ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, Depression, Anxiety issues, and signs of mild OCD).
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I was put on Zoloft for Major Depression and General Anxiety Disorder after my baby was born about a year ago. In general, it helped with my mood swings not being so intense, but I also found, over time, that it did not help me in stressful situations and I actually was more aggressive while taking Zoloft. I have also gained weight on this medication and am now 30lbs over my average weight. Some other side-effects have been dry mouth, anxiety in the mornings, more agitation, and an increase in anxiety-soothing habits (such as picking, scratching, obsessing over flaws, etc). After taking Zoloft for a year, I've found that it's not really helping with my depression or especially my anxiety anymore.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: From first week when I took this medicine I can feel a slight change and haven't felt depression, anxiety. But as the weeks pass, I felt much better. I've got my life back, social skills, and feel like everyone else. This drug has really helped to bring my life back.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: This drug has been so helpful to me. I no longer have bad anxiety. My temper has been even, and overall I'm much happier. I take one 50mg pill per day. This has decreased my sex drive a little bit. I also find myself to be warm or sweating more. The pros definitely outweigh the cons of this drug.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I took this medication for about 3 months and it did relieve my severe depression but the side effects became unbearable for me and I had to change to another SSRI. This medicine caused headaches, salty dry mouth, insomnia, muscle twitching, nausea, dizziness and a feeling of emptiness.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: Zoloft is great it really has helped me with depression and anxiety. I have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and getting depressed and upset triggered severe asthma attacks. I take 100mgs twice a day. It has really been a blessing. Don't listen to any of us, every person is different try it and see what it does for you, then you and your Doctor can decide the proper treatment for you.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: No suicide ideation, but I was the most boring, apathetic and tired person ever. I literally fell asleep standing up. Extreme dreams. This changed me and everybody noticed. It was only good in the sense that I was no longer sad.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: Zoloft worked for me at first, but then I had what my Doctor said was "medication burnout," so it stopped working. He switched me from Zoloft to Prozac (both of which I am off now). I took them together for a week so I could taper off the Zoloft. He told me that taking them together would reduce withdrawal symptoms, but it didn't. I had horrible withdrawal from Zoloft. I have never done crack, but I felt like I had. I was sweating, my pupils were huge, and I was shaking for a good 10 hours; I also had bad vertigo for a week. I think it would have been a lot worse if I was just trying to get off Zoloft. My withdrawal from Prozac has been definitely better.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I have been taking Zoloft for two weeks now and feel remarkably better. Very mellow. I am also sleeping much better and waking more refreshed. In conjunction with the Zoloft, I was also prescribed Clorazepate. This combination is working very well for me. I have even had a few giddy moments and that has not happened in a very long time.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I have severe emotional distress and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I think it was probably passed on by my mother because she has the same disorder. Before I took this medication I just felt that I was never myself especially around large groups of people. There were times when I felt life was hopeless from this point. As soon as I took a dose of Zoloft I felt some of the effects took place and after my doctor increased the dosage to 150 mg I feel like my normal self again. This medicine works wonders. I am no longer hopeless and miserable.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I was very depressed during and after my pregnancy. Finally I found a good doctor and she prescribed Zoloft. I felt the difference from the beginning. I had some side effects but nothing major, however the only complaint I have is the weight gain. I take 25mg daily, a very low dose but I am getting very heavy. I've been taking Zoloft for almost 2 years and feel okay but not cured.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Social Anxiety Disorder: After struggling for so many years I finally found a medication that works. I've become nice and more social unlike before. I'm 27 and have been on it for 3 days. I'm only on 25mg.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Panic Disorder: I've been on 75mg for 5 months. I slowly started to feel normal and before I knew it, within 2 months. Had a huge breakthrough. I was no longer having panic attacks. What I like about Zoloft is that it makes me feel like me. Not a drugged up version of me. I had a few side effects like loss of appetite, insomnia but all in all, I feel a lot better.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I've been on Zoloft for almost a year now. I will be changing medicines in 4 days, which makes me really anxious. This drug worked well for my depression and anxiety. However, I've been completely unable to have a good time while on this medication. I can't bring myself to go out, hang out with friends. I do nothing. I have no motivation. The biggest problem I've had with Zoloft is extreme weight gain. I've gained 50 lbs in the year.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I was taking 50mg of Zoloft a day for two months and it made me even more irritable and down. I didn't want to do anything. When I did force myself to go out and socialize I'd snap at people. Nothing was fun. Nothing seemed to be worth doing. I've tried both Lexapro and Zoloft. Neither have made me feel any better. I got worse on both. I don't always want to feel depressed, but at least off of medication I have the ability to hide my feelings from people, not to place other people under the weight of my moods, but on those two medications I didn't even feel like I had the power to fake it. Zoloft also gave me migraines, ones that would last for a week straight. Glad it works for some people though.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I started using Zoloft about 2 months ago for stress and anxiety. I have a teenager and we fought constantly, I would fly off at him for back talking and we were both miserable. Since taking Zoloft we get along so much better and I am not as stressed. I also have a touch of OCD, I was always cleaning and stressing about everything in the house not being like it should, now I am not bothered if something is out of place or not cleaned. I spend time with my 2 kids instead of cleaning house. I am taking 50mg and I love it. My sex drive hasn't been affected, my appetite decreased for about 2 weeks but it's okay now. I recommend this medication to anyone who feels they need something to help with stress.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Panic Disorder: I have been on Zoloft for almost 30 years now and never any higher than 50mg. I was stricken with panic/anxiety disorder in my early 20's, and now early 50's, I have never had to go higher. It keeps the attacks at bay, but once in a while, I will get one. I have heard it is hereditary. I do believe this is the case. Both of my siblings struggle with the attacks, and take Zoloft as well. Both of my girls suffer as well. The youngest one, now 23, has just started on Zoloft, 25 mg and she is not sure if it is working just yet. The oldest one is able to keep them at bay without medicines. You lose your sex drive on these medicines. I have confidence on this drug and hope others will also.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Panic Disorder: Tried taking Zoloft to help with my anxiety/panic/depression. Didn't do a thing for me. I didn't feel different at all.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I was having heavy stress associated with my job in healthcare billing. My anxiety would go through the roof and I would have horrible acid reflux when my heart started to race. My doctor pointed out that it was the stress that was causing these anxiety peaks and recommended I take Zoloft.
I have been taking a 100mg dose in the mornings for the last 11 days. The first 2-3 days my stomach felt bad and I was very mellow, but soon after the symptoms started to go away .
Now I only notice that I wake in the morning with my teeth clenched tightly for some reason. It doesn't really bother me too much. It's just a weird feeling that I have little control over.
My stress has changed very little and I keep wondering if this medicine works.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I was crying over the weirdest things and didn't want to get out of bed. Then I started taking Zoloft 50mg daily, a month ago. I felt relief an hour after taking it. The side effects for me were stomach upset, decrease in appetite, and sleepiness. That only lasted a week. After three weeks I increased the dose to 100mg which my doctor suggested in the beginning. I have been on many different antidepressants since I was a teenager and this is the first one that I feel "normal" on. I don't feel emotionless or stay on a fake happiness high. I feel relieved and can deal with the day to day stresses.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I started Zoloft two days ago. Literally after an hour of taking half of a 100mg tablet I could feel the effects. Everything just felt crisp and bright and I felt alive for the first time in years. I was worried my emotions would be just the same the whole time but I saw a very sad movie this morning and was able to cry, just like I normally would.
i had mild teeth grinding at night and awoke in the middle of the night and couldn't sleep for a few hours but other than that i'd recomend zoloft to anyone.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: Have been on Zoloft for about three years - low dose couple of times per week and really feel it has helped with stress, anxiety, the "what ifs" etc. Makes me more able to tolerate intolerable people and not over react to them. Also helps out with social anxiety and over thinking and analyzing every little thing I may or may not do. No side effects that I have noticed.
If you think you are irritable or others around you tell you that you may need something follow their unwanted advice and try something it could be life changing.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I started on 50mg of Zoloft around 8 or 9 months ago, and it helped me a lot. Recently I went and got my dosage upped to a 100mg due to a few traumatic things, I became very, very depressed. That was about three months ago and I feel a lot better, not 100% but better none the less. I never really noticed any side effects, except gritting my teeth at night, and I do think it makes me a little drowsy. As far as sexual side effects I've had none, unlike the previous two medications I tried.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I have only been taking Zoloft for 5 days. Have not been as anxious or worried the past couple of days. I do take it in the morning so I do not have trouble sleeping. I do find that if I am tired during the day and want to take a nap, I can't sleep. The only other side effects so far are constant stomach upset and occasional diarrhea. Hopefully these will subside, if not may have to switch to a different medicine. Hopefully there will be no weight gain, as that would not be good.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Bipolar Disorder: I used to have a lot of problems with my bi-polar. I was self medicating with marijuana. I started taking Zoloft and things worked well, although once I had a major manic episode and lost all my money. Ouch!
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I've been on Zoloft for about a year. Sure, my sex drive has decreased and my weight has increased, but I no longer feel like I'm falling apart at the seams, and I'm genuinely happy. My doctor tried to increase my dose once, and I was so perky that I couldn't concentrate at work! 50mg is plenty for me!
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Zoloft (sertraline) : I started taking Zoloft a little over a week ago. At first I got really, had dizzy spells and nausea. Then I found out the doctor gave me 100mg to start and that was way too high of a dosage. I started breaking them into quarters and so far so good. Side effects since the change in dosage: I've suffered loss of appetite, very little food makes me full. Other than that, I think it may be working, but too soon to say for now.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Panic Disorder: It made me very tired all the time. I was still having panic attacks and got diarrhea with it. It did not work for me. Time to try something else.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: Brain chemicals became imbalanced due to Lyme Disease, HHV6 & Epstein Barr virus. As part of my treatment, I was prescribed Zoloft. It's been very effective in regulating mood and depression symptoms. The few times I have tried going without it for a few weeks (under doctors supervision, of course) the depression and mood symptoms returned.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I have been on 100mg/day for over four years. Zoloft has helped me feel "normal" for the first time in my life. My emotions are balanced. I do not worry excessively and I no longer cry at inappropriate times; at work, in public places, parties, etc.
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Zoloft (sertraline) : Zoloft/Sertaline has allowed me to continue doing the job and living the lifestyle I love. Not only did it lift me out of the dark pit of depression, it has helped me cope with high-anxiety periods of intense stress - on a minimal dosage and without any side effects.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: Have been on this medication for about 5 months. This medication has been completely ineffective for me. My depression and anxiety are no better. At first I felt more depressed and have had several major depression episodes since beginning this medicine. At least I have had no side effects.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I also suffer from anxiety and I take 50mg in the morning and 50mg at night. It works fairly well but maybe I need a stronger dosage. Zoloft has decreased both the depression and anxiety.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Postpartum Depression: I have been on Zoloft for 3 years and I have no idea how I did anything before without it. After I had my 2nd daughter, I did not want to be around anyone but her. That included my 1st daughter and my husband. I felt terrible for feeling that way but it would not go away until I started taking Zoloft. After that I was feeling great. It also helped with my OCD. I can not take the generic version because I get really dizzy just like I do with the regular Zoloft if a miss a dose. I just have to make sure that it does not happen.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I have been on it for over a year. Only problem is a problem with retarded ejaculation. If I plan on sex Sunday I skip a dose Saturday and take the Sunday dose after sex. It works for me.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Panic Disorder: I have been on Zoloft 100mg for a few months now for my anxiety/panic disorder. It has completely controlled my panic attacks, which is awesome. When I first started this medicine I became depressed, had suicidel thoughts, and no appetite. But those have since gone away as well. The only issue I have noticed still is I have no sex drive. Just wondering if this is normal with this drug and if it will eventually go back to normal.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I just started Zoloft 3 days ago and the side effects so far have been very clear. For me, I haven't been able to eat. I've never been a good eater but I don't need to lose weight and I am eating maybe half what I used to just a few days ago. Nothing seems to taste very good, and I feel full after very little food. I get nausea for about 10-15 minutes about 4-5 times a day, that I didn't have before. My head feels really weird like I can feel the chemicals running though my brain. It's really weird. I had problems sleeping before taking Zoloft so not sure if that is a side effect. A lot of good reviews - going to stick it out.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: Overall it made me feel like my old self. I was interested in all my old hobbies again. One thing I did notice is when I started taking it I would always have intense yawning, all day.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I am 55 years old and have been taking Zoloft over 20 years. For me it has been a miracle medicine. I find I am much more on an even keel and while some things still upset me, it's far less than without Zoloft. I find too I am much more rational in my thought processes and am more confident of choices I make. I have several medical conditions that contribute to feeling depressed, overwhelmed, and yes, even suicidal but since I began my therapy with Zoloft, I want to live. Without Zoloft, I did not. I encourage anyone who feels depressed to seek help by finding the right medication for you. Life is hard enough without having to cope with feelings of severe negative emotions. I am so grateful for whoever created Zoloft.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: For the past 5 years I have been suffering from Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). It affected my life in all aspects. I finally found a solution to my disorder. I take Zoloft 1 x 50mg pill everyday and 2 weeks before my period I take 2 pills (100mg). I never felt better.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: Started working really well after two months. I received low doses and it worked. I laugh now and can still enjoy sex, unlike some other anti-depressants that depress all emotions. This is a good helping hand.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: I take 200 mg per day. Extremely effective in helping control my OCD. Some side effects. Dry mouth and a little weight gain. Nothing I can't deal with.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I started taking Zoloft in October of 2003 for depression and attention deficit disorder. I have had no complaints. This is a wonderful medicine for me. I have found that the brand name works better on me than the generic brand. I know they aren't supposed to be different but they are. On the generic I have suicidal thoughts which I didn't have before I started on the medicine. On the brand name, I don't have this issues and feel so much better. I like myself and other people like me better too.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Anxiety and Stress: I started using Zoloft one and a half years ago. It definitely helped my mood, especially anxiety and depression. I also have a much more stable mood throughout my day. It did cause me to gain weight when I started taking it, but I was not eating enough prior to taking the medicine. Occasionally, I would get headaches and after a while my body started having panic attacks again. But for the first year at least, I would say it was the perfect medication
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I have been on Zoloft for at least 6 years. It has done wonders with little side affects. I was on 50 mg until today when I felt like I was a little depressed etc and my doctor upped the dose to 100 mg. I think I could not have gotten through deaths of relatives and menopause without it. It's a wonder drug. My mom who is 80 was on many medicines for her depression. She finally switched to Zoloft and she is much much better. If in doubt about taking it, I highly recommend it. I even quit smoking the first year I was on it.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I'm writing this post because I spent a lot of time researching online about zoloft side effects before I finally decided to try it for my OCD/depression. I made a mental note to let other people considering this drug know what it was like after I tried it as well. I was worried that it might cause weight gain and that there may be sexual side effects. I was on this medication for 2 years and DID NOT experience weight gain or sexual side effects. The first few months I was on it I had some stomach upset and trouble sleeping but that disappeared shortly after. I have maintained a consistent body weight (within 5 lbs.) for years and zoloft did not seem to affect my weight at all. I lost a few pounds at first because of the stomach upset
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sertraline for Depression: I have been on 100mg of Zoloft (Sertraline) for about 3 weeks and have already lost 6 pounds. I can stay still. I get so much accomplished though, more focused, able to multi-task and my depression/anxiety is gone. I feel like my old self again. I also feel way more creative than I ever have been. I do have to take a sleep aid otherwise I will be up all night.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Bipolar Disorder: Zoloft's been a life saver for me. I've been stable for over ten years. I've had to have my dose adjusted but that's part of life. It hasn't made me manic, knock on wood. My friends and family are a huge support. I take my medicines as directed, and I don't use alcohol or other drugs. No serious side effects. My doctor's also very careful. I get upped or lowered slowly and he watches me closely. The only hard time with Zoloft was running out. I did get withdrawls.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Postpartum Depression: As well as having Borderline Personality Disorder, I have had severe post-partum depression. I have found Zoloft to be very helpful regulating my moods, and keeping the demons at bay. Happy Trails.
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sertraline for Anxiety and Stress: I love this medication. It has helped me so much with my stress and anxiety. I have two children, I work full-time and I am in school full-time. I am also married. Things were getting frustrating. I was moody, angry and aggitated all the time. I am completly 100% better.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Social Anxiety Disorder: Has been a well tolerated antidepressant option for my social anxiety and depression. Have tried many other antidepressants and none were as tolerable long term for me as Zoloft has been. Still do have some residual social anxiety thats treated with klonopin and this combo has changed my day to day life significantly.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: I've been on Zoloft for three days and I already feel an improvement. I've got to say Zoloft you've given me my life back. THANK YOU.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I've been taking this medication for almost two years. Since on it, I've become a completely different person. I am so happy to be me. The only problems with it that I am starting to realize is that I grind my teeth at night and I've gained 10 pounds since starting it. I exercise and eat right too. It's a constant struggle just to lose a few pounds. Then again some people lose weight on it and some people notice no change in their weight.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: Been on Zoloft since '94 (200mg). Side effects are minimal other than grinding my teeth at night. On the upside - it never effected my sex drive.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: It works very well at first but I seem to have gotten used to it very fast. After about 3 months I'm already on the max dose of 300mg.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: I've been on Zoloft (50mg) for 18 mos and the results are wonderful. (I had a hard time letting kids be kids; everything had to be done my way or I'd lose my temper; and I dreaded going to social events - I'd much rather stay at home by myself with a drink.) Not only is family life better but my outlook at life is better as well. I no longer fret over the little things. Heck, sometimes I don't even fret over the large things.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Bipolar Disorder: I use Zoloft for my depressive episodes due to bipolar disorder. I have unsuccessfully tried about fifteen other anti depressants in the past. Zoloft works wonderfully! With Zoloft, it doesn't take long for my depressive symptoms to fade. The only side effect that I experience is the complete loss of my sex drive. It is very common with SSRIs. Fortunately, I talked to my doctor about it and he prescribed Periactin to take with it. Periactin is very effective at addressing the issue.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I've been on Zoloft 50mg for over two years. I am a more relaxed and easy-going person because of Zoloft. Prior to starting the medicine, I was anxious all the time, worried constantly about everything, and suffered periods of depression and hopelessness. Now I am a better wife, friend, and person in general.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I remember reading people's opinions, online, of the drug before I took it and it scared me away from it. Then I finally decided to give it a try and it has been the best choice I have made. I have been on it for over 4 months and I feel great. I'm on 100mg and I don't have any side effects. When I first started I did notice that my hands would tremble but then it subsided. So honestly, don't listen to all the negativity because what doesn't work for some works amazing for others. So go based on youself and not everyone else. It may be a blessing in diguise. The pill is not meant to make you be all happy go lucky and see "butterflies and roses", its meant to help put the chemicals in your mind in balance so you can just be who you are and not overly depressed. I still get sad some times, but that is normal, that is life, and it's up to people to take control to make a change. I did so by getting on this pill.
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sertraline for Bipolar Disorder: I have been on many different SSRI's and sertraline has worked much better than any other medicine. I've been on it for about 5 years now. The only suggestion I have is to make sure you have regular contact with your doctor because I have the dose changed every once in a while to suit my needs.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I started takin Zoloft when I was 16 or 17. It was the 2nd antidepressant I tried and I loved it! The side effects were less servere than any other med I've tried today, the only downside was that after awhile I noticed it stopped working and I was increasing my dosage more frequently. I started on 25mg and worked up to 200-250mg.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Social Anxiety Disorder: I have been on Zoloft for about 1 year now. I have severe anxiety. I dont know why I used to constantly think of bad thoughts, which would give me the anxiety because they seemed so real to me. My mood is much better. I don't get so mad all the time either. Now I feel so much better and I am a better wife and mother. Didn't have any side effects either.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Panic Disorder: Works very well for panic attacks, although not flawless but easily 98% better than before. Best thing I have tried.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Social Anxiety Disorder: Worked wonders for me. Changed my life. I have little to no anxiety problems now after a lifetime of anxiety problems.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: For the past few years, I felt like I had a little demon sitting on my shoulders. The irritability and anger were bad enough to interfere with my daily life, work and relationships. When I began taking Zoloft I suffered severe headaches and fatigue. However, my doctor had warned me this would happen but would go away. Eventually, the side effects did disappear. I have to say that I did experience a total relief from the irritability.
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sertraline for Depression: I have been taking this for two years now. At first I was taking 50mg but now I'm taking 150mg once a day and it has really helped with my depression along with other issues.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Panic Disorder: I have been on Zoloft for 3 years now and it has worked beautifully for me. I still get panic attacks when close to alot of people but not nearly as bad as before.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I have been on Zoloft for the past 9 months and am doing so great with this medication. I'm a young single mother with 6 children. Since I've been on zoloft I've been less tense and an easy going mum.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: For years I suffered migraines and I swore they were menstrual related and no one believed me until finally a nurse practitioner discussed Prementrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) with me. My severe moods and migraines were relieved as long as I stayed on Zoloft. PMDD is worse than PMS and I find not as easily diagnosed. I have been having more migraines lately but I am not sure if I have missed doses or need to increase. Zoloft has definitly helped me.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: Zoloft was the first medication I was prescribed for Depression. It worked well in that it kept me from screaming at my family, and elevated my mood. I was on a low dose of 50mg. In time, it seemed I became immune to it so I was switched to Prozac because a friend had recommended it.
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sertraline for Panic Disorder: THIS MEDICINE SAVED MY SOCIAL LIFE. I SUFFERED SO BADLY WITH PANIC ATTACKS, I WOULDN'T EVEN LEAVE MY HOUSE THIS MEDICATION HAS AN INSTANT EFFECT. I DON'T GET ANY PANIC ATTACKS NOW AND FEEL I CAN LIVE MY LIFE NORMALLY. FEW SIDE EFFECTS LIKE DRY MOUTH AND DECREASED SEX DRIVE BUT THAT IS A SMALL PRICE TO PAY FOR THE WONDERS THIS MEDICINE DONE FOR MY LIFE.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Social Anxiety Disorder: I have been taking zoloft for about 2 months and it seems to be helping me with my temper and stress level. I have lost about 10 lbs, which is great but I can't seem to be still. I'm constantly moving my feet or legs. Very figidy.
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sertraline for Panic Disorder: I've been on Zoloft for 10 yrs now for panic attacks, and I now have panic attacks 2x year instead of 2x day. I've been pregnant on it, breastfed on it and no problems, my baby is heathly and I still feel great!
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Bipolar Disorder: this med. works wonders. it helps with my social anxiety,night terrors, PTS and deff. my depression. i am very pleased and would recommend this to others with bipolar disorder to talk with their doc.s
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: I have not been taking Zoloft for very long but for the little time I have been on it, it has truly made a difference in how I handle stressful situations. I am calmer about situations that I generally get angry about and the headaches I use to have have decreased dramatically.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I was previously taking Lexapro for my major depression, but once I started having panic attacks, my doctor switched me to Zoloft. So far, the panic is gone, and my depression has similarly been suppressed. The only problem seems to be the side effects. I can't really eat that much anymore, and have succeeded in losing a fair amount of weight. I also have the "shakes" where my hands tremble. Though, as other people have said, the effectiveness of the medicine outweighs the side effects.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: My postpartum depression, emotional outbursts, and anxiety was intense and Zoloft brought me immediate relief. In time, I felt that this medication provided me with a steady platform for me to function in life with. I can still cry, but my constant sadness is gone. I still feel emotion, but my uncontrollable outbursts ended. I can't seem to loose weight, but who knows if it is related to the Zoloft. I don't think I'll take Zoloft forever, but it sure has made a TREMENDOUS difference!
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sertraline for Panic Disorder: I HAVE DONE EXTREMELY WELL ON THIS MEDICATION, i HAVE NOT HAD A SINGLE PANIC ATTACK SINCE i STARTED TAKING IT, MY DEPRESSION IS BETTER i WOULDN'T SAY IT'S COMPLETELY GONE. THE TWO NEGATIVES ARE LOWER SEX DRIVE WHICH DOESN'T BOTHER ME, AND WEIGHT GAIN WHICH DOES BOTHER ME ALOT! BUT i HAD TO CHOOSE BETWEEN, BEING OVERWEIGHT OR NOT LOSING MY MIND ANY MOMENT, i CHOSE THE LATTER!
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Bipolar Disorder: I take Zoloft along with Trileptal for my bipolar disorder. It is a very good medicine that hasn't given me any side effects at all. The only problem is it makes me real manic at times, which is common. Besides that I have no complaints! It is one of the best medicines I have ever taken.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: I have been on Zoloft for a year to treat OCD. This drug has taken away my painful and destructive symptoms, though this is a process that has been aided by intensive talk therapy. My side effects are increasing in intensity as time goes on; mainly dry mouth and nausea. However terrible these side effects may sound I would rather deal with them than the symptoms of OCD and depression on any given day.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Very effective in controlling OCD and associated panic disorder. However, gained 70 lbs (not by changing eating habits, but it's as though it raised my metabolic "setpoint"). Decreased sex drive. Despite the side effects, this medication has been a Godsend.
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sertraline for Depression: I have been taking Zoloft for about 7 years. I first started taking 50 mg. About 1-2 years later the doctor doubled my doseage to 100 mg 2x a day. I still get depressed but it lasts a whole lot less than before, I started taking Zoloft.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I have been taking Zoloft for about six months. I was terribly depressed, anxious, paranoid and very overweight. I am so much happier and productive than I was before. At first the dry mouth and tiredness where really bothersome and it took about three months before I really noticed it working. It seems that the longer you take it the more side effects are noticable.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I have been on Zoloft for about 2 years. I love this med. Before Zoloft, I was very irriatable, depressed alot. Now life is alot better for me and my family. The only side affects I have had that come and go, are decreased sex drive and at times restlessness. Other than that I haven't had any bad effects. It would have been nice to have the weight loss! :)
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I have been taking Zoloft for 3 mo. 50 mg. and I felf no different... now I'm taking 100mg. for anxiety and mild dep. and I do feel better It has reduced my appetite but I do have rapid heart beat. If it keeps up I will talk to the Doc. Everyone I have met taking Zoloft has lost weight.
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Zoloft (sertraline) for Depression: I started taking Zoloft one week ago for anxiety and mild depression. A physician told me one of the side effects can be weight gain. I don't want to take it if I'll gain even a pound.
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