Zoloft
Bulimia Nervosa, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder + 5 more
Treatment
10 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Zoloft
Treatment for
Bulimia Nervosa
What is Zoloft
Sertraline
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Sertraline is a type of antidepressant medication called a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works in a similar way to other SSRI drugs, such as Citalopram and Fluoxetine. It may take several weeks to start working and has fewer side effects than other types of antidepressant medications, such as drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, etc.
Sertraline Hydrochloride
is the brand name
Zoloft Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Sertraline Hydrochloride
Sertraline
1992
502
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Sertraline, also known as Sertraline Hydrochloride, is approved by the FDA for 10 uses like Panic Disorder and Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) .
Panic Disorder
Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Social Anxiety Disorder
Depression
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Panic Disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Effectiveness
How Zoloft Affects Patients
Sertraline is used to treat depression, OCD, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder by blocking the reabsorption of serotonin in the brain. Studies have found that it can help with mental clarity for those with depression. It does not have as strong of sedative, anticholinergic, or cardiovascular effects as other types of antidepressants. Generally, patients will start to feel the benefits after 4-6 weeks, although the reasons for this are not yet fully understood.
How Zoloft works in the body
Sertraline works by blocking the reuptake of serotonin in the brain, which increases the amount of serotonin in the brain. This is thought to be what causes its antidepressant and anti-anxiety effects. In animal studies, it also seems to reduce the number of norepinephrine receptors. Sertraline does not interact with GABA, dopamine, or benzodiazepine receptors, but does have a weak interaction with norepinephrine and dopamine receptors. It also does not inhibit the action of the monoamine oxidase enzyme.
When to interrupt dosage
The proposed measure of Zoloft is contingent upon the diagnosed circumstance, including Social Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. The measure of dosage shifts, in accordance with the administration technique (e.g. Tablet, film coated or Concentrate) laid out in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Bulimia Nervosa
, 100.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Concentrate, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Panic Disorder
, 100.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Concentrate, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Social Anxiety Disorder
, 100.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Concentrate, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
, 100.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Concentrate, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
, 100.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Concentrate, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Depression
, 100.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Concentrate, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
, 100.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Concentrate, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Binge-Eating Disorder
, 100.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Concentrate - Oral, Concentrate, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Warnings
Zoloft has five established contraindications. Therefore, it should not be taken conjointly with any of the conditions in the table below.
Zoloft Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Sertraline may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Zoloft.
Common Zoloft Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
7,8-Dichloro-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline
Major
The risk or severity of serotonin syndrome can be increased when Sertraline is combined with 7,8-Dichloro-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline.
Amoxapine
Major
The metabolism of Amoxapine can be decreased when combined with Sertraline.
Astemizole
Major
The metabolism of Astemizole can be decreased when combined with Sertraline.
Axitinib
Major
The metabolism of Axitinib can be decreased when combined with Sertraline.
Azelastine
Major
Sertraline may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Azelastine.
Zoloft Toxicity & Overdose Risk
The lowest toxic dose of sertraline in rats is greater than 2000mg/kg according to the FDA. Common side effects of an overdose may include sleepiness, vomiting, rapid heartbeat, nausea, dizziness, restlessness, and shaking. Fatal overdoses involving sertraline alone are rare, but may be more likely when taken with other drugs. Serious conditions that can arise from an overdose on sertraline include serotonin syndrome, high or low blood pressure, fainting, stupor, coma, slow heartbeat, irregular heartbeats, confusion, and pancreatitis.
Zoloft Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Zoloft?
Presently, 526 active clinical trials are underway to investigate the potential of Zoloft to alleviate Bulimia Nervosa, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Depression
215 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 1, Early Phase 1
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
7 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
242 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 3, Phase 4, Phase 2, Phase 1
Bulimia Nervosa
0 Actively Recruiting
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
66 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1, Early Phase 1
Panic Disorder
14 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Social Anxiety Disorder
16 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Binge-Eating Disorder
2 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Not Applicable
Zoloft Reviews: What are patients saying about Zoloft?
5
Patient Review
8/22/2022
Zoloft for Panic Disorder
5
Patient Review
9/7/2022
Zoloft for Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
5
Patient Review
10/26/2022
Zoloft for Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
5
Patient Review
11/8/2022
Zoloft for Panic Disorder
3
Patient Review
7/28/2022
Zoloft for Major Depressive Disorder
2.7
Patient Review
8/30/2022
Zoloft for Panic Disorder
2.3
Patient Review
10/14/2022
Zoloft for Posttraumatic Stress Syndrome
2.3
Patient Review
11/6/2022
Zoloft for Depression
1
Patient Review
8/15/2022
Zoloft for Depression
Patient Q&A Section about zoloft
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
What does Zoloft do for anxiety?
"Zoloft is an antidepressant that is also known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, or SSRI. This type of medication works by slowing down the reabsorption of serotonin."
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How does Zoloft make you feel?
"When used as prescribed, Zoloft can help reduce anxiety and fear, as well as the compulsive urge to perform certain tasks. Additionally, it can improve sleep quality, appetite, and energy levels, and help people who are experiencing intrusive thoughts and panic attacks feel more interested in day-to-day life."
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What are the side effects of Zoloft?
"If you experience any of the following side effects, you should contact your doctor immediately: headache, nausea, diarrhea, dry mouth, increased sweating, feeling nervous, restless, fatigued, sleepy, or having trouble sleeping (insomnia)."
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Is Zoloft a strong medicine?
"Prozac is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) and Zoloft is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).
Zoloft is a prescription medication used to treat depression and other issues. It is a brand-name drug and is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)."
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