Zoloft

Zoloft is the trade name for Sertraline HCL as produced by Pfizer Pharmaceuticals. Sertraline is used as an antidepressant and is of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) family and works by preventing the reuptake of serotonin by the issuing nerve cell thereby increasing the amount of free serotonin affecting the brain. Although used primarily to treat depression Zoloft is used for several other behavioral problems such as obsessive compulsive disorder and bipolar disorder. http://www.zoloft.com/ This medicine is prescription only and should not be taken without close monitoring by a physician. Recent studies have revealed a tendency for some people on antidepressants to have their depression worsened possibly to the point of having an increased susceptibility of suicidal thoughts or even attempts at suicide. This is particularly evident in the under 25 age group. http://www.zoloft.com/ Zoloft is available in a scored tablet of between 25 mg and 100mg doses. A liquid variation comes in a 60 ml bottle each ml of the solution contains 20 mg of sertraline. The liquid version also has a requirement that the concentrate be diluted before being taken. http://www.rxlist.com/zoloft-drug.htm

Side effects of the medication include insomnia, nausea and sleepiness. There are possible interactions with other drugs especially monoamine oxidase inhibiter or MAOIs. Zoloft is not considered and addictive or habit forming drug and has not been linked to any evidence of weight gain. http://www.zoloft.com/ Zoloft, as with any other antidepressant should not be normally be discontinued abruptly, as this may cause side effects. You should stop taking it however if you exhibit symptoms of Serotonin Syndrome which is a rare but life threatening reaction that may include fever, sweating, muscle stiffness or problems thinking clearly. http://www.zoloft.com/

Additionally women who are pregnant or are considering or attempting becoming pregnant should consult your doctor and avoid sertraline if possible as there is a possible risk to the fetus and to nursing children. http://www.zoloft.com/