Can a dosage increase on sertraline cause side effects such as headache and dizziness?
Question posted by Mtnsgirl on 10 May 2024
Last updated on 10 May 2024
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Yes, they are common side effects initially and after dosage adjustments:
"Nervous system
Very common (10% or more of users): Headache (up to 22%), somnolence (up to 13%), dizziness (up to 12%)"
Take care! WC
Thank for responding Do the side effects usually last long with dosage increases
They generally resolve in about a week or so... maybe even less because you already have some of the drug in your system.
What I'm curious about is whether you are feeling some improvement or not. Often it may seem minor and you have to watch for it but it is an indicator that the medication is starting to reach therapeutic levels.
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headache, sertraline, side effect, dosage
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- Sertraline uses and safety info
- Sertraline prescribing info & package insert (for Health Professionals)
- Side effects of Sertraline (detailed)
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