Zoloft was one of the first SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) anti-depressants to hit the market and was widely prescribed, and there is no doubt that it has helped millions of people on their way to recovery from depression. However, other unpleasant effects have been experienced from Zoloft, including feelings of fogginess, numbness, insomnia, and […]
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Zoloft is also known by its generic name of sertraline. It is a medication used for the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder. In addition, it is often prescribed for generalized anxiety disorder and some eating related problems, although it is not officially indicated for these. Zoloft […]
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Serotonin Syndrome is a rare medical condition that occurs when two medicines are taken together and serotonin levels rise. It can sometimes be life threatening and a short stay in the hospital may be needed to observe the person until their serotonin levels return to normal. Causes Serotonin Syndrome can occur when two medications that […]
As someone who has fought major depression for five years, I have experienced the side effects of several antidepressant drugs. Lexapro was about the third antidepressant I was prescribed over the course of my treatment. According to my doctor, Lexapro works also to decrease patient’s anxiety levels. From my personal experience, the drug did not […]