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Does anyone take Sertraline?

Mark

Hello everyone.

My Dr has prescribed me Sertraline for my panic attacks and depression as it’s gotten really bad recently.

The only other medication I’ve ever taken is antibiotics, twice in my life. 

But, I’ve been on these pills since Wednesday and I can’t sleep, I’m waking up at 4am. I’ve probably eaten one meal since then and had a few snacks, i also can’t help going to the toilet. 
my Dr never told me about any of the side effects.

does anyone else take this? He’s given me a months worth to see how I go and take one tablet (50mg)

how were your side effects and how long did they last? 

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  • I found my sense of taste and smell was reduced. I had extreme difficulty waking up in the mornings. Generally I experienced fewer periods of shutdown but never really felt like I was firing on all cylinders either. It will take time for your body to adapt to the Sertraline and for the Sertraline to reach a stable level in your body. After a month if side effects haven't settled down do not be shy about going back to your doctor. There are other drugs and some work better for some people than others.

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  • I found my sense of taste and smell was reduced. I had extreme difficulty waking up in the mornings. Generally I experienced fewer periods of shutdown but never really felt like I was firing on all cylinders either. It will take time for your body to adapt to the Sertraline and for the Sertraline to reach a stable level in your body. After a month if side effects haven't settled down do not be shy about going back to your doctor. There are other drugs and some work better for some people than others.

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