How To Use Sertraline (Zoloft)

Sertraline comes as a tablet and liquid concentrate to take by mouth once daily in the morning or evening. 

Use the dropper that comes with the liquid concentrate of sertraline to measure the medicine. The liquid medicine is a concentrate that should be diluted with 4 ounces (120 mL or half a cup) of plain water, orange juice, lime soda, lemonade, or ginger ale. It is normal for this mixture to appear hazy. Do not mix sertraline concentrate with any other fluids. Drink the mixture immediately - do not store it for later use.

For treating premenstrual dysphoric disorder, your doctor may recommend taking sertraline continuously every day of the month or intermittently during the luteal phase of your menstrual cycle (starting 14 days before your anticipated menstrual period). 

Read the prescription label carefully and take sertraline exactly as prescribed. Do not change the dose or dosing frequency without consulting your healthcare provider.

Your doctor will start you on a low dose of sertraline and gradually increase the dose. Follow your doctor’s dosing instructions carefully.

It may take several weeks for you to get the full benefits of sertraline. Continue taking the medicine as prescribed. Do not suddenly stop sertraline therapy as this can lead to withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, sweating, mood changes, abnormal excitement, anxiety, depression, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, seizures, numbness and tingling in the limbs, and sleep problems

Missed dose: If you miss a dose of sertraline, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose according to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose or extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Storage: Store sertraline at room temperature (between 15-30° C or 59-86° F) away from moisture, heat, and direct light in a tightly closed container. Do not store medications in the bathroom, where they can be exposed to moisture and heat. Keep all medications safely out of reach of children and pets.

Unused medicine: Unused or expired sertraline should be disposed of in a way that children, other people, and pets cannot get to them. Do not throw sertraline in the trash or flush it down the toilet. The best way to dispose of expired or unneeded sertraline is through your local waste disposal company or a drug take-back program. Learn more about proper medication disposal. 

NOTE: This medication guide is a summary and may not contain all possible drug information on sertraline. The information contained here may not be up-to-date. This sheet is for information purposes only. If you have questions about sertraline, talk to your healthcare professionals for medical advice.

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