Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Having Insomnia, Panic Attacks And Anxiety After Having Zoloft. Should I Continue Medication?
Hi. I started zoloft 2 days ago. The first night I took 50 mg as directed and had EXTREME insomnia, panic attacks, and felt like I would vomit. Last night, I cut the pill and took 12.5 mg instead. Still had some insomnia, mild nausea, but still a ton of anxiety to the point where I had to leave work. (Heart rate was 100-115 and was having PVCs). Should I continue or stop taking zoloft?
posted on
Sat, 15 Mar 2014
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Tue, 8 Apr 2014
Answered on
Tue, 8 Apr 2014
Last reviewed on
Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.
I understand that you are going through a difficult time due to your recent problems. Zoloft (Sertraline) is an SSRI antidepressant medication used in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders.
During the first 1 to 2 weeks of starting Zoloft, many people can experience a worsening or increase in their anxiety symptoms. This is a common side effcect of all SSRIs. It will subside on its own within 1 to 2 weeks and the medicine will then start giving you beneficial effects. So, don't worry about the increase in anxiety. I would advise you to continue Zoloft and wait for 1 to 2 weeks for it to start helping you.
Wish you all the best.
Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
I understand that you are going through a difficult time due to your recent problems. Zoloft (Sertraline) is an SSRI antidepressant medication used in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders.
During the first 1 to 2 weeks of starting Zoloft, many people can experience a worsening or increase in their anxiety symptoms. This is a common side effcect of all SSRIs. It will subside on its own within 1 to 2 weeks and the medicine will then start giving you beneficial effects. So, don't worry about the increase in anxiety. I would advise you to continue Zoloft and wait for 1 to 2 weeks for it to start helping you.
Wish you all the best.
Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Insomnia
Loading Online Doctors....