Zoloft

Generic name: Sertraline hydrochloride

WHY IT'S PRESCRIBED
 To treat symptoms of major  depression, obessive-compulsive disorder, and panic disorder.

HOW IT WORKS
  Sertraline affects levels of serotonin, a hormone-like brain chemical that is thought to be linked to changes in a person's mood, emotions and mental state.

ONSET OF EFFECT  
 1 to 4 weeks
      
COMMON SIDE EFFECTS
  Insomnia, diarrhea, sexual dysfunction, decrease in appetite, weight loss, drowsiness, headache, dry mouth, stomach cramps, abdominal pain, gas, trembling, fatigue, loss of initiative.

Available in:  Capsules, tablets



Drug Class:
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant