Two hours after taking my scheduled dose I developed a visual aura that lasted about 20 mins. After that I felt weak, pressure and sharp pains in my head and very "whipped out" also a bit irritable. Should I continue my meds or talk to my doctor about tapering off? I am not a chronic migraine sufferer, I have only had 2 migraines in my life and those occurred when I was a child.
Can sertraline cause migraine?
Question posted by Pam88 on 5 Dec 2021
Last updated on 5 December 2021
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WildcatVet
5 Dec 2021
Yes. This side effect affects about 1-10% of users. Although most side effects subside within days to a week or two migraines are a more serious problem.
You should probably get your doctor's advice about continuing taking the sertraline or switching to a different medication.
WildcatVet
5 Dec 2021
If I remember you've been taking it for some time? If that's the case then you should rule out another underlying cause.
Pam88
5 Dec 2021
Yes, its been 6 months.
Thank you WC. I hope it's nothing too serious I will get in touch with my Dr asap. I decided not to take my meds today and I thought to take it every other day until I talk to my Dr. Do you think that would be ok as far as withdraw? Also still only on 50mg.
WildcatVet
6 Dec 2021
It seems like most people say that withdrawal symptoms hit pretty fast after a missed dose. If you didn't have problems today you'll probably be able to skip another dose but hopefully you'll have heard from your doctor before then.
Pam88
6 Dec 2021
Thanks again WC! I will be making an appointment first thing Monday and I will continue my scheduled doses. Hopefully I don't develop any migraine symptoms again. I will keep you posted.
- Be well. :)
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