Sertraline

[Edmonton81]

Hi me again,

anyone with anxiety ever taken or taking this tablets to help them?

Have you had any side effects with it?

Thanks in advance x

[Christory77]

Sertraline is very common and a lot of people use it. As far as side effects each person is different and no 2 people react the same way. This is definitely a conversation to have with your prescriber. They can probably answer your questions better. It it makes you feel better Zoloft has been around for a very very long time and has a history of being effective.

[Deb4961]

I’ve taken Sertraline for years and can’t remember any side effects. It’s the best med for me it works great. Many people take it. If you just started it give it a chance unless your side effects are bad. Good Luck.

[Edmonton81 in reply to Deb4961]

hi deb

Thanks so much I literally started yeahetday but was put on iron tablets as well so maybe the side effects was from that. If you don’t mind me asking why do you take it? I’m taking it for my anxiety had anxiety for the past few years now and really needed something to help me out.

Really appreciate your reply earlier xx

[Deb4961]

I take for anxiety and OCD. I took it years ago. Then my therapist wanted me to try lexapro. Oh that was horrible anxiety was a millions times worse. Went back on Sertraline. It really does help. Need anymore info just message. Feel better.

[Edmonton81 in reply to Deb4961]

hi

Thanks so much, is it possible to take paracetamol for my head ache so you know

[Deb4961 in reply to Edmonton81]

I live in the states so meds are different here. Check with your druggist . We have pharmacist here.

[Edmonton81 in reply to Deb4961]

my side effects are dizziness and nausea it’s really getting to me but the doctor said it’s normal and I must give it time at least a week for the side effects ri go. I can’t eat I’ve lost my appetite and it’s making it worse

[Deb4961 in reply to Edmonton81]

it does take awhile to get use to it. I never had those symptoms but everyone’s different. If it continues maybe it’s not for you.

[Stressedoutwoman]

hi I came off it after 3 weeks as made my anxiety so much worse went on fluxotine and been fine everyone is different I suppose

[designguy]

I was on it for a number of years without it really helping me and the only side affect I had was mild sexual delayed climax.

[Valleyheath]

been on it in total for about 6-7 weeks. Started at 25 mg, then 50 mg then 75 mg now 100 mg for 6 days. Dreadful side effects at start but luckily psychiatrist and G P let me use diazepam until I’m settled. Have good days and bad but getting there very slowly! This group helps but I have been through hell!!! It takes time to work which is hard to accept!

[Edmonton81 in reply to Valleyheath]

what side effects did you have? How long did it last pls

[Valleyheath]

nausea! For many weeks and still get it. However Ive been told that may be more caused by my anxiety rather than drug. Also insomnia but doctor has given me antihistamine to take every night to ensure sleep. Few people get it as bad as me!

[Edmonton81 in reply to Valleyheath]

I get dizziness makes me feel very uncomfortable and nauseous I’ve lost my appetite completely too

[Valleyheath]

ah yes loss of appetite too! It takes a long time to work - you need to stick it out which is hard.

[FauxxTrot]

I used to take it for PTSD, depression and anxiety. I was having night sweats, tremors, and after about a month I had a complete breakdown alone in an airport. I don't know how else to describe it but I felt like I was losing my mind. It was very scary for me. As everyone has mentioned, medication is different for everyone. I would highly recommend keeping a journal of how you're feeling so you know for yourself.

[Ewloe]

I hope you’re doing okay on sertraline. The side effects can last a few weeks from when you started it. It gave me an upset stomach and made my anxiety worse at first. I’ve been on it for about 3 months now and it’s given me my life back. Good luck

[RayannAbbey in reply to Ewloe]

what dose did you start on?

[Ewloe in reply to RayannAbbey]

I started on 50mg, apparently it’s the lowest treatment dose. I’ve stayed on 50mg but have toyed with asking for an increase but so far avoided that. My hubby says he can definitely see it’s had an improvement on me and I agree.

[HelenR23]

Hi, I've been on Citalopram for years but they stopped working so I am going to switch to Sertraline. I'm very scared to swap over as my anxiety is non stop lately. Hope they help you long term. Let us know how you get on. Hope the side effects are ok. When I started Citalopram years ago I had no side effects but because my anxiety is sooo bad I can't cope with any side effects just yet so I'm holding off swapping over.

[Against_the_current]

I'm on sertriline for my severe anxiety and i think it helps but i have been on them for a long time. Firstable there were side effects

[Distantrelative]

Hi Edmonton81, I have just started on sertraline for my panic attacks and after 5 days I'm having severe nausea and loss of appetite. How long did your symptoms last. Did you have any luck with sertraline?