Sertraline is an antidepressant remedy, indicated for the treatment of depression, even when accompanied by symptoms of anxiety, panic syndrome and some psychological disorders.
This medicine can be purchased in conventional pharmacies, for a price of about 20 to 100 reais and with the trade names of Assert, Sercerin, Serenade, Tolrest or Zoloft, for example, upon presentation of a prescription.
Sertraline acts on the brain, increasing the availability of serotonin and begins to take effect in about 7 days of use, however, the time required to observe clinical improvement may vary depending on the person's characteristics and the disorder to be treated.
What is it for
Sertraline is indicated for the treatment of depression accompanied by symptoms of anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder in adults and children, Panic Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Social Phobia or Social Anxiety Disorder and Tension Syndrome Premenstrual and / or Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder. Learn what Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder is.
How to use
The use of Sertraline varies according to the problem to be treated and, therefore, the dose should always be guided by the psychiatrist.
Sertraline should be administered in a single daily dose, in the morning or at night and the maximum daily dose is 200 mg / day.
If the person forgets to take the medicine at exactly the right time, they should take the tablet as soon as they remember and then continue to take it at their usual time. If it is very close to the time of the next dose, the person should no longer take the pill, it is preferable to wait for the appropriate time and, in case of doubt, contact the doctor.
Possible side effects
Some of the most common side effects that may arise during treatment with sertraline are dry mouth, increased sweating, dizziness, tremor, diarrhea, loose stools, difficult digestion, nausea, poor appetite, insomnia, drowsiness and altered sexual function, especially delayed ejaculation and decreased desire.
Who should not use
Sertraline is contraindicated for children under 6 years of age, pregnant women, women who are breastfeeding and for patients with hypersensitivity to sertraline or other components of its formula. In addition, it should be used with caution by people who are taking drugs that are called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).
People with diabetes should keep their blood glucose under control during treatment with this medication and anyone suffering from angle-closure glaucoma should be accompanied by a doctor.
Sertraline lose weight?
One of the side effects caused by sertraline is the change in body weight, so some people may lose weight or gain weight during treatment.
