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Setraline is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression, Fear. Setraline also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Setraline depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Setraline side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Setraline normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Setraline's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Setraline's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Setraline related warnings section.
Setraline can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Setraline in conditions like Suicidal Tendency, Bipolar Disorder. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Setraline contraindications section.
Additionally, Setraline may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Setraline, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Setraline is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Setraline is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Setraline safe for pregnant women?
Setraline can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Setraline, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Setraline safe during breastfeeding?
Setraline may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Setraline on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Setraline on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Setraline on the Liver?
Side effects of Setraline rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Setraline on the Heart?
Setraline has very mild side effects on the heart.
Setraline should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Setraline unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Setraline habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Setraline.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Setraline, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Setraline can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Setraline only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Setraline can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Setraline
Taking Setraline with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Setraline
Taking Setraline with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zoloft (sertraline hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 461
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1132-1134
