SSRI antidepressantGeneric available
Sertraline
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Sertraline is an SSRI used for depression, anxiety, OCD, panic disorder, PTSD, and PMDD.
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What it treats
Major depressive disorder, OCD, panic disorder, PTSD, social anxiety disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
Typical dosing
Typical adult starting dose: 50 mg once daily; range 50–200 mg/day.
Side effects
Common: nausea, diarrhea, insomnia, sexual side effects. Black-box warning for suicidal thoughts in adolescents/young adults.
Interactions to know
Do not combine with MAOIs. Caution with NSAIDs and blood thinners (bleeding risk).
Pregnancy & breastfeeding
Discuss with prescriber — risk-benefit decision.
Educational only. Not medical advice. Always confirm with your prescriber or pharmacist.