Zoloft® (
sertraline hydrochloride) is a prescription medicine commonly used for treating
depression and other conditions within the brain.
Before you begin taking Zoloft, risks associated with the use of
antidepressants should be discussed with your healthcare provider. All antidepressants can increase the risk of suicidal thinking or behavior. Therefore, you should watch for any new symptoms or changes in symptoms and notify your healthcare provider immediately if they occur.
It is also important to watch out for side effects while taking Zoloft. Some of the most common problems that have been reported with this drug include
diarrhea, drowsiness, and loss of appetite. Specific risks with Zoloft in children include
sinus infection or inflammation, hyperactivity, and fever.
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