Zoloft is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), or post-traumatic stress disorder. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How it’s Used: Taken orally in the form of a pill.
Effects: This works by selectively inhibiting the reuptake of the neurotransmitter 5-hydroxytryptophan (serotonin) by the nerve cells. This leads to the accumulation of serotonin in the brain and increased serotonin stimulation.
Side Effects
Dry mouth, Feeling or being sick, Loss of appetite, Upset stomach, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Shaky feeling (tremor), Sweating, Change in sex drive or function e.g. ejaculatory delay, Dizziness, Not being able to sleep, Excessive sleepiness, Indigestion. All medicines can cause allergic reactions. Serious allergic reactions are very rare. Any sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, swelling, rash or itching (especially affecting the whole body), A vague feeling of being unwell, tiredness, joint or muscle pain,
Effects associated with depression: anxiety, unable to sleep, crying, Tingling or numbness, Convulsions, Confusion, amnesia, Uncontrollable twitching, jerking or writhing movements (More likely if you already experience such effects) Mania/ hypomania, hallucinations, Abnormalities in liver function tests.
Rarely; jaundice, inflammation of the pancreas or liver, liver failure, Lower sodium content of the blood, Increase in the hormone, prolactin, which could lead to symptoms such as abnormal production of breast milk or breast enlargement, Menstrual irregularities, Skin rash and sensitivity to sunlight, Agitation, aggression, Symptoms such as dizziness, tingling, headache, anxiety and nausea may occur if Lustral treatment is stopped too quickly.
Remedies
Here are some sites that offer remedies for drugs including Zoloft.
- DrugHelp.org is a private, non-profit information and referral network providing information on specific drugs and treatment options, and referrals to public and private treatment programs, self-help groups, family support groups and crisis centers throughout the United States.
- Narconon Drug Rehabilitation and Treatment for Addiction. High success rate. Offers Narconon Drug Prevention and Education Services.
- Church Of Scientology International Drug Solutions presents information on effective drug education, drug prevention and drug rehabilitation.
- Drug Education Council offers ways to prevent drug abuse and become better informed about current local and national community awareness efforts.
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