what are the withdrawl symtoms from zoloft??
405657
I stopped taking it after being on it for about 2 years... I didnt cut my dosage just went off it completely. I had no side effects!
1032642
ABSOLUTELY!\nIt raises serotonin, and in some people (like myself) it causes "Serotonin Syndrome" -- making you feel more depressed and totally soggy.  Any of the SSRI's can do this: Prozac, Effexor, Paxil, Zoloft are all in this class.\n\nAfter 3 years of sleeping my life away -- because I was presumably depressed and the doctor kept increaing my dosage of Effexor or Prozac -- a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner had the sense to take me off that drug...and suddenly I was no longer tired! \n\nGood for you for investigating.\n\nLove & Light!
174575
Common adverse effects include anxiety, which is possibly associated with an interaction of fluoxetine with the pineal gland,[9] in addition to restlessness and insomnia. weight loss, trembling, weakness, skin rash, anorgasmia, itching, and a decrease in sexual drive, have also been reported. Finally it has been reported to cause subsequent weight gain [10].\n\nLike other SSRIs, an overdose of fluoxetine or combining it with other antidepressants can lead to serotonin syndrome.
109304
Paxil withdrawl can cause electric-shock feelings up and down the spine and throughout the head.\n\nFrom the GSK website:\n\n"WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT STOPPING PAXIL?\nDon’t stop taking Paxil before talking to your doctor since symptoms may result from stopping the medication, particularly when abrupt. Some patients have experienced symptoms on stopping Paxil, including: dizziness, sensory disturbances (including electric shock sensations and tinnitus), abnormal dreams, agitation, anxiety, nausea, sweating, mood fluctuations, headache, fatigue, nervousness and sleep disturbances."
401329
is not a psychotropic drug, and while it is not addictive, there are ill effects that will  take place if you stop taking it suddenly, I know this from personal experience, it is a very unpleasant thing.  Go here- http://depression.about.com/cs/sertraline/f/zoloftaddictive.htm
911317
Hi KARYN:\nI am glad you are getting off of Zoloft as for some it is a wonder drug, while others end up like walking zombies. Any medication that you take in this category has to keep you the same as you were physically, but take the edge off and make things easier to cope with mentally.\nI think EFFEXOR is the best one for you to try. It doesn't have the side effects like others (including Zoloft) and it will help you immensely!\nI hope this helps and if you have any questions just ask!!\niamjustrandy@yahoo.com
33257
Seroxat (aka Paxil) is one of the worst antidepressants to wean off. As you say, it can lead to dependence and the withdrawal symtpoms can be highly unpleasant. \n\nThere is no "one way" to withdraw from psych drugs effectively. Stopping cold turkey can certainly cause an array of troublesome symptoms, the most common being dizziness, which can last for days on end. Flu-like feelings, including nausea, headache and fatigue, are also common, as are intense feelings of anxiety, irritability or sadness. Some patients experience alarming sensations of tingling or burning in various parts of the body; ringing in the ears; blurred vision; or flashing lights before the eyes. Some people even describe a feeling of shock waves pulsing through their arms and legs, as if they had been zapped with a jolt of electricity, a condition sometimes called lightning-bolt syndrome.\n\nSometimes changing your diet is all that it takes. Withdrawal symptoms often occur because the brain's production of acetylocholine (a neurotransmitter in the brain) is disrupted. Adding supplements like Vitamin B (megavitamins are often recommended) is a good way to help sustain levels of acetylocholine in the brain and help ease the symptoms.\n\nBe sure to check out the sites below for more tips, advice and support.\n\nMike\n\n--\nDecoding Psychiatric Propaganda\nhttp://groups.msn.com/psychbusters
1148373
you sound alot like me.  i wake up in the am sick to my stomach.  i live in constant fear something really bad is going to happen & also am weird about traveling etc.  i believe zoloft chaned my life.  i'm more relaxed & normal now w/ no weird side effects.
962415
Ive taken zoloft for years.  Missing one dose has caused a lot of problems with me and my emotional state.  It isnt good to do that because you throuw your whole system off for weeks, and that is why they say that prescriptions usually take 4-6 weeks to kick in or whatever time frame:  so that your body can get used to it, and the inhibitors within the drug can take it's sweet time to effect your brain and fill in the chemical imbalances.  I also take thyroid pills and I get knocked off course if I miss one dose, and it lasts a couple weeks for me (even if I continue taking it again) to even get back to normal, and I feel down and depresed the entire time.  it isnt worth it, try your hardest to remember to take them, especially zoloft, you dont want to continue feeling miserable until your body gets back on course, do you?  That is why you are taking them in the first place.  Ty and think of ways you can remember to take them, I have so many pills it's gotten easier for me to remember, but missing a dose can really mess up your mind and cause your body to slow down with whatever is going on that you need it.  Good luck, Ive been in the same boat for 12 years
290860
I find that they're similar to the side effects when you first start taking it. The biggest one for me is that "electric jolt" or "brain shock," that hard-to-describe sensation that comes on suddenly, originating in the brain and going throughout your body. It isn't serious, but it is annoying. I have these "shocks" even if I forget to take my meds one day.\n\nIf you're going off, definitely TAPER your dosage rather than go cold-turkey. If you gradually decrease your dosage over a couple weeks, you probably won't notice any withdrawl symptoms. \n\nOf course, I've never successfully quit effexor--I tried switching meds, but my anxiety came back with a vengeance, so I went back on. I felt great while tapering, and even a few days afterward, but then the anxiety came back. I'll try again when my life settles into a more sane routine. I hear that helps when going off meds (which my friend HAS done successfully).\n\nGood luck!
456125
I was on this for 3 months (couldn't make it the 6 months) and had numerous problems.  Some people have little to no issues while others experience a lot.  Below is what happened to me.\n\n1. Continous migraine-like headaches.\n2. Dry heaves after eating anything.  It was very diffult to keep food down.  I lost 16 lbs in 3 months.\n3. This one's obvious - hot flashes and night sweats.\n4. Anxiety.  I felt like I needed to crawl out of my skin sometimes.\n5. Heart palpitations.\n6. I would get a fluttering that started near my heart and then expanded out just a few seconds before a hot flash.  It was really weird.\n7. Memory loss and difficulty concentrating.\n\nThese were the main issues I had.\n\nI was on this for endometriosis.  It stopped my periods but there was still some pain.  The side effects were so bad though that my doctor put me on hormones which caused the period to start back up!!!  Anyway, based on my experience I wouldn't recommend this as a first drug of choice.  There may be better options.\n\nThe other GnRH agonists similar to Lupron are Zolodex and Synarel.  Synarel is a nasal spray and Zolodex is a subcutaneous implant.  My doctor said that Zolodex is painful and he didn't recommend it.  Synarel may be a good option because if there are lots of problems you can stop taking it.  You can't squeeze out the injection if you have problems.\n\nGood luck.
985846
Don't panic. I know major withdrawal like you're experiencing sucks, but you're not hooked forever. If you ever need to/want to go off the meds, a doctor will be able to take you off them gradually, so as to avoid the intense side effects.  \n\nIt's like being in a wheelchair or on crutches to help you get around.  People can't dump their ambulatory help and start doing the tango. It takes time and sometimes physical therapy, but that doesn't mean they'll be stuck in a wheelchair forever. The same goes for psychiatric meds. You need professional guidance and time to stand on your own without meds like that.\n\nJust think of the withdrawal symptoms as powerful reminders to take the meds regularly. ;)
570149
I've taken Zoloft before and the 2 main side effect I've experienced are urinary incontinency and nightmares. Hallucinations are possible depending on how long a person has been taking the drug. Go to Web MD and see if you can find out. It's a good web site.
685675
What side effects may occur?\n\nSide effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Zomig. \n\n\nMore common side effects may include: \nChest pain or tightness, cold sensation, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, feeling of heaviness in the chest or elsewhere, indigestion, jaw pain or tightness, nausea, neck pain or tightness, pain, skin tingling, sweating, throat pain or tightness, warm sensation, weakness\n\nLess common side effects may include: \nDifficulty swallowing, lack of sensation, muscle pain, muscle weakness, throbbing heartbeat\n\nRare side effects may include: \nAllergic reactions, bloody diarrhea, headache, serious heart conditions including heart attack, stomach pain
1057142
Dosage increases can take some getting used to, so if she can tolerate it she might want to just wait a week or so and see if the side effects subside.  If it's really creating a problem for her, she should call her psychiatrist.  They may have her go back to the old dosage, switch her to something else, or prescribe a second medication to control the side effects.\n\nWhen I had my Zoloft increased to 150 mg I started having some problems with hyperesthesia.  If I touched my nose or scratched an itch I would feel very nervous and ittitable.  My psychiatrist added Buspar and it seems to be helping.
22201
I've been on Zoloft for awhile & so has my Dad....\n\nBut here's some side effects:\nheadache \ntremor, nervousness, or anxiety \nnausea, diarrhea, dry mouth, or changes in appetite or weight; \nsleepiness or insomnia; or \ndecreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm. \nSide effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.\n\nI copied & pasted that from health at yahoo...\n\nZoloft also makes my Dad sweat...I don't believe it mentioned that...I just makes me sleepy, so I just started taking it before bedtime.\n\nAlso, you should mention the side effects to your Dr.
170094
I tried to stop takin my meds (Effexor) and i had bad withdrawls also .. I had to start taking mine again ..\nso maybe you should see the doc and see maybe if you can be weened off of it .. good luck