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Before Using This Medicine
Older adults¡XIn studies done to date that have included elderly people, Zoloft did not cause different side effects or problems in older people than it did in younger adults. However, this medicine m
y be removed from the body more slowly in older adults. An older adult may receive a lower dose of Zoloft than a younger adult, especially when first starting treatment.
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Overdose
Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. An overdose of Zoloft can be fatal. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.
Common symptoms of Zoloft ov
erdose include:
- Agitation, dizziness, nausea, rapid heartbeat, sleepiness, tremor, vomiting
Other possible symptoms include coma, stupor, fainting, convulsions, delirium, hallucination
s, mania, high or low blood pressure, and slow, rapid, or irregular heartbeat
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What is this medicine
Zoloft, an antidepressant (mood elevator), is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and panic attacks.
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What side effects may occur?
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
- Decreased sexual desire or ability
- Breast tenderness or enlargement; fast or irregular h
eartbeat; fast talking and excited feelings or actions that are out of control; fever ; inability to sit still; low blood sodium (confusion, convulsions [seizures], drowsiness, dryness of mouth, i
ncreased thirst, lack of energy); nose bleeds ; red or purple spots on skin; restlessness; serotonin syndrome (diarrhea, fever, increased sweating, mood or behavior changes, overactive reflexes, r
acing heartbeat, restlessness, shivering or shaking); skin rash, hives, or itching; unusual or sudden body or facial movements or postures;
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Special Wanring
General: - Frequent: Asthenia. Infrequent: Malaise, generalized edema, rigors, weight decrease, weight increase. Rare: Enlarged abdomen, halitosis, otitis media, aphthous stomatitis.
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How to Use
Zoloft concentrate must be diluted before use. Immediately before taking it, use the provided dropper to remove the amount of concentrate your doctor has directed you to take. Mix the concentrate with
4 ounces (1/2 cup) of water, ginger ale, lemon or lime soda, lemonade, or orange juice. Drink immediately. Do not mix the concentrate with any liquids other than the ones listed.
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