Zosert


Drug Name:

Sertraline 25mg, 50mg, 100mg Tablets

Category:

International Brand: Zoloft

Details


Sertraline 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg tablets available by brand names Zoloft 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg tablets (international) and Zosert 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg tablets (national) is an antidepressant.

Uses:

Zoloft 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg tablets are used for:

  • Treating major depressive disorders.
  • For the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder.
  • For treating post-traumatic stress disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
  • For the treatment of panic disorders and social anxiety

 

Dosage:

Dosage of Sertraline 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg tablets vary depending upon the disorder to be treated.

  • Depression- Initially 50 mg/day one time which can be increased by 25 mg/day not more than 200/day.
  • Obsessive compulsive disorder- Initially 50 mg/day one time which can be increased by 25 mg/day not more than 200/day.
  • Panic and post traumatic disorders- 25 mg/day one time.
  • Premenstrual syndrome- 0.25 mg once in every 6-12 hours.
  • Anxiety- Initially 25 mg/day which may be increased but not more than 200 mg.

 

Side effects:

Side effects caused by Zosert 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg tablets are:

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Delayed ejaculation
  • Dry mouth
  • Sleeplessness
  • Tiredness
  • Aggressiveness
  • Appetite loss
  • Anxiety
  • Sweating
  • Numbness
  • Ringing in ears
  • Back pain
  • Flu like symptoms
  • Increased heart beat
  • Yawning
  • Weight gain
  • Tremor
  • Heavy periods
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Mood changes
  • Allergies such as rash, troubled breathing or hives

 

Precautions and measures:

Various precautions that need to be taken while being on Zosert 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg tablets are:

  • Inform your doctor if you had/have any allergies specifically to the active ingredients of the medicine.
  • If you suffer from glaucoma or bipolar disorder, do tell your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor if you had/have kidney, liver or thyroid problems.
  • If you suffer from seizures, let your doctor know.
  • If you have any heart disease, inform your doctor as usage of the medicine may lead to more problems.
  • Sertraline 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg tablets causes dizziness. Do not drink alcohol, drive or operate heavy machines while being on the medication.
  • The drug is not recommended for unborn or new born babies. Inform your doctor prior if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

 

Benefits:

  • Zosert 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg tablets helps in overcoming the social phobia and anxiety.
  • Effective in treating PMS and PTSD.
  • Easy to store.

 

Storage:

  • Store Sertraline 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg tablets at room temperature (15-30 degree centigrade).
  • Keep away from moisture.
  • Keep away from children’s reach.

Do not use if expired.