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What Causes Anxiety And Depression While On Sertraline?
I have been taking 25 mg of sertraline for about 15 days. I notice that I get jumpy at night before bed, just jittery! I also noticed that I have been feeling depressed the last week. Is this normal when you are first on this medicine? Thank you.
Thu, 15 Jun 2017
Hello,
I have read your query and understand your concern. Sertraline is anti-depressant medicine and some patient experience some jittery feeling or uneasiness after starting this. It is short lasting and resolves on its own. If you don't tolerate it then there are better options like Escitalopram, for this you need to consult your psychiatrist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Prashant Gohil
I have read your query and understand your concern. Sertraline is anti-depressant medicine and some patient experience some jittery feeling or uneasiness after starting this. It is short lasting and resolves on its own. If you don't tolerate it then there are better options like Escitalopram, for this you need to consult your psychiatrist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Prashant Gohil
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