FAQ

To take Zoloft properly, follow these guidelines:

• Follow your healthcare provider's prescription precisely, as they may need to adjust the dose until it suits your needs.
• Zoloft Oral Solution may appear cloudy or hazy after mixing; this is normal.
• Zoloft Oral Solution should be diluted before use:
  1. Only mix Zoloft when you're ready to take it.
  2. When diluting Zoloft Oral Solution, use water, ginger ale, lemon/lime soda, lemonade, or orange juice.
  3. Note that the oral dropper contains latex; if you have a latex sensitivity or allergy, consult your healthcare provider or pharmacist for alternative measuring options.

If you miss a dose of Zoloft, take the missed dose when you remember it. However, if it's close to the time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and proceed with your regular dosing schedule. It's essential not to take two doses of Zoloft simultaneously.

In the event of an overdose of Zoloft, it is important to immediately contact your healthcare provider, get in touch with a poison control center, or reach the nearest hospital emergency room without delay.

When using Zoloft, it's important to be cautious about certain activities and substances:

• Avoid activities that require alertness: Zoloft can potentially induce sleepiness and impair your cognitive and motor skills. Therefore, refrain from activities such as driving, operating heavy machinery, or engaging in any tasks that demand quick thinking or reaction times until you are familiar with how Zoloft affects you.
• Do not consume alcohol: It is advisable to avoid alcohol while taking Zoloft. Combining alcohol with this medication can lead to increased drowsiness and potential adverse effects.

It is essential to follow your healthcare provider's recommendations and consult them if you have any concerns or questions about using Zoloft safely.

Zoloft can have various side effects. It's important to be aware of these possible side effects when taking the medication.
Common side effects in adults taking Zoloft may include:

• Nausea
• Loss of appetite
• Diarrhea or indigestion
• Changes in sleep patterns, such as increased sleepiness or insomnia
• Increased sweating
• Decreased libido
• Tremors or shaking
• Feeling tired
• Agitation
• Anxiety

In children and adolescents taking Zoloft, common side effects may include:

• Abnormal increase in muscle movement or agitation
• Nosebleeds
• Urinary incontinence
• Aggressive reactions
• Possible slowed growth rate
• Weight changes

Parents and caregivers need to monitor a child's height and weight during Zoloft treatment.
If you experience any side effects while taking Zoloft, it's important to inform your healthcare provider. Keep in mind that this list does not cover all possible side effects associated with Zoloft.

To store Zoloft properly, it should be kept at room temperature, specifically between 68°F and 77°F (20°C to 25°C). Additionally, ensure that the Zoloft bottle is tightly closed when not in use, and always keep it out of reach of children to maintain safety.

The active ingredient in Zoloft is sertraline hydrochloride. In addition to the active ingredient, Zoloft tablets contain the following inactive ingredients:

• Dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate
• D&C Yellow 10 aluminum lake (in 25 mg tablet)
• FD&C Blue 1 aluminum lake (in 25 mg tablet)
• FD&C Red Forty aluminum lake (in 25 mg tablet)
• FD&C Blue 2 aluminum lake (in 50 mg tablet)
• Hydroxypropyl cellulose
• Hypromellose
• Magnesium stearate
• Microcrystalline cellulose
• Polyethylene glycol
• Polysorbate 80
• Sodium starch glycolate
• Synthetic yellow iron oxide used in 100 mg tablet
• Titanium dioxide

The oral solution of Zoloft contains the following inactive ingredients:

• Glycerin
• Alcohol (12%)
• Menthol
• Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)

The time it takes for Zoloft to work varies for each person. It's essential to continue taking it as prescribed by your doctor, even if you don't feel better immediately.

Zoloft should not be taken with certain medications, including monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), sertraline-containing medicines, pimozide, and liquid Antabuse. It's essential to inform your healthcare provider about all your medications, including prescriptions, OTC drugs, vitamins, and supplements, as some may interact with Zoloft. Do not start or stop any medication while taking Zoloft without consulting your healthcare provider first.

Zoloft [package insert]. New York, NY: Pfizer; 2016.