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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? 

Parents

  • Hello,

    I have been prescribed this for sever anxiety from a Doctor recently .  I also got a referral on same call for Autism.

    I had very bad nausea for two weeks.  I did research and there are some common side effects including insomnia, nausea, and may others.  I was advised to take it before sleep to minimise side affects.

    I did feel like it wasn't worth it after the first  week as I had to work alongside feeling sick.

    I just explained this to my manager and they were very understanding. I would suggest giving it time as my side affects passed after two weeks.  It has made a difference to me.  I still have problems with focussing and do still get anxious but it is more manageable.

    Hope it gets better soon.

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  • Hello,

    I have been prescribed this for sever anxiety from a Doctor recently .  I also got a referral on same call for Autism.

    I had very bad nausea for two weeks.  I did research and there are some common side effects including insomnia, nausea, and may others.  I was advised to take it before sleep to minimise side affects.

    I did feel like it wasn't worth it after the first  week as I had to work alongside feeling sick.

    I just explained this to my manager and they were very understanding. I would suggest giving it time as my side affects passed after two weeks.  It has made a difference to me.  I still have problems with focussing and do still get anxious but it is more manageable.

    Hope it gets better soon.

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