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Thursday, April 29, 2010 Stephanie asks

Q: Zoloft troubles please help

I have just increased my zoloft and it has only been nearly a week and I am experiencing a sore throat that is taking my voice away is it normal or even a side effect of the medicine considering I felt fine before?

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Merely Me, Health Guide
4/29/10 5:50pm

Hi Stephanie

 

I am going to give you some information we have on Health Central about Zoloft and possible side effects:  "Nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, loss of appetite, increased sweating, drowsiness, diarrhea, upset stomach, or trouble sleeping may occur."

 

I don't see sore throat listed here but sometimes there are rare side effects not listed. 

 

Your best bet is to call your doctor or pharmacist.  It could be that you are coming down with something.

 

Thank you for your question.

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4/29/10 11:08am

Zoloft

 

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What are the possible side effects of sertraline?

 

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: skin rash or hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have any new or worsening symptoms such as: mood or behavior changes, anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or if you feel impulsive, irritable, agitated, hostile, aggressive, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), more depressed, or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

  • very stiff (rigid) muscles, high fever, sweating, fast or uneven heartbeats, tremors, overactive reflexes;
  • nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, feeling unsteady, loss of coordination; or
  • headache, trouble concentrating, memory problems, weakness, confusion, hallucinations, fainting, seizure, shallow breathing or breathing that stops.

Less serious side effects may include:

  • drowsiness, dizziness, tired feeling;
  • mild nausea, stomach pain, upset stomach, constipation;
  • dry mouth;
  • changes in appetite or weight;
  • sleep problems (insomnia); or
  • decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

 

source:epocrates.com

 

I hope this may help

    -Michel-

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By Stephanie— Last Modified: 12/25/10, First Published: 04/29/10