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Unwell After Being Forced To Stop Taking Zoloft Cold Turkey. Possible Withdrawal Symptoms?

I recently lost my carelink due to not being able to afford the monthly cost of 65.00, I had one more 3 month prescription of zoloft to fill, which I have been on for 20 yrs, but they refused to give me the medication. I had to stop taking zoloft cold turkey, and am not feeling well. Can you explain the symptoms of withdrawl, and if it is dangerous for me to be in this situation.
posted on Wed, 29 May 2013
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Hi there ~

It is unlikely that stopping the zoloft cold turkey led you to be unwell. However I believe that the withdrawal symptoms are related to excessive anxiety related to not taking the medications. I also think that you can pay for your own medications if you are no longer covered by the insurance or switch your provider to let them know of the fact that you are not doing well without zoloft, which would make them prescribe zoloft. I hope this helps. Take care and have a lovely day!
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Unwell After Being Forced To Stop Taking Zoloft Cold Turkey. Possible Withdrawal Symptoms?

Hi there ~ It is unlikely that stopping the zoloft cold turkey led you to be unwell. However I believe that the withdrawal symptoms are related to excessive anxiety related to not taking the medications. I also think that you can pay for your own medications if you are no longer covered by the insurance or switch your provider to let them know of the fact that you are not doing well without zoloft, which would make them prescribe zoloft. I hope this helps. Take care and have a lovely day!