User Reviews for sertraline oral

Im feeling numb. Little things dont bother me like they use too.

First started having panic attacks about 6 months ago, happened whenever I got into a car or had to drive somewhere that I felt uncomfortable driving to and from. Stemmed from a fear of having to use the bathroom in a public setting and not knowing where the closest bathroom is at any given time. My thoughts were always centered around "where is the closest bathroom" and these thoughts caused my relationship with my girlfriend to be strained. I started taking this medication 3-4 months ago, and at first I felt no different. It took about a month or more for me to notice anything. I am able to travel freely without worrying about these things. At times if I let my mind wander I might get the precursor of a panic attack, but I am able to subdue it into the recess of my mind. In closing, this drug is not a solution for a problem, but a "will-augmentation" drug, that is, it gives you that push you need to stand on your true ground, and not the ground that your illness shackles you to. Read More Read Less

I've been taking 100mg of Sertraline for 3 and a half months and I feel somewhat better. I can feel the difference and some of the edge comes off but I still at times cannot stop the heart wrenching sobbing and feeling of worthlessness. I don't know if I need a higher dose or if I need something else.

My sex drive is still on off and lately I'm not sure how well it works but that is because of things I'm going through.

At first, it was much more difficult for me to orgasm, but that subsided rather quickly as my body became accustomed to the medication. I have been completely asymptomatic regarding my OCD with this drug.

This drug KILLED my sex drive! WTF! I would rather be drepressed!! :-)

A couple of years ago I started having back problems and became cranky. Then, during an MRI I had a panic attack and became clastraphobic. When I first startd the med the panic problem increased, then after a couple of weeks the crankiness gradually went away. I am a very happy camper now. The stuff is amazing. It took the edge off with no real side efects. I can ride an elevator again! All cranky old people should try this stuff.

I am an "anti-pill" person, but after my mom died in 2002, my family doctor prescribed it. In about 2 weeks I felt like the fog had been lifted. I was on it for about 6 months in 2002-03 (quit cold turkey), and went on it again in November 2007 after a particularly rough few months. I am weaning off it now. The only side effect I noted was a loss of libido, and I am less of a "copntrol freak" - to my employees' and son's delight! Alos was prescribed Atavan this time for anxiety, but do NOT advise taking both at the same time - very, very depressed - borderline suicidal. Was able to realize the problem and went off Atavan asap.Read More Read Less

I still have some depression but hoping in time that will disappear also

I experience positive results.

I originally started taking this for the anxiety part of my depression. Worked great, and greatly eased my symptoms. However, my sex drive went to a stand-still. That was the only side-effect that I got from the drug. I am no longer on it, and it was an easy drug to wean off of.

VA doctor's prescribed this for me, 2 wks ago, and took me off prozac...I feel sooooomuch better...less suicidal thoughts, better mood and easier for my wife to live with me.

i have tried just about everything out there, this is the only drug yhat actually worked for me. ive been on it for 5 months 100mg and i feel great! i havent experianced any side effects. i also noticed SOMA calms me down when i get real anxious, strange.

This treatment has been a positive experience for me. I have used other medications for depression and everyone of them made my symptoms worse than they were to begin with, I am been on this for over 6 months and it sits well on the stomach, aids in getting to and staying asleep. Did not affect my appetite or weight. Only one problem and that would be the lack of interest in a sex life. But then again I did not have much interest during my severe depression, I am sure that will come back later on.Read More Read Less

I have noticed a difference in sadness and irritability, but also a PROFOUND lack of interest in sex. Coming from someone who was generally a 6x a week person now I have desire for only once or twice a week. Not a huge problem for me.. but my boyfriend is a little annoyed.

I am very happy with this drug, I have severe anger management problems and this drug coupled another one instantly made me feel like normal again. Only been taking it for a week now and have only one complaint. I am having difficulty ejaculating. Besides that great drug.

It seemed to work, but I also occasionaly had thoughts of suicide. I would never do it, but it ocaasionally crossed my mind in my thoughts. I don't know if this was from the drug itself or because I was in a deep depression from my current divorce. It's hard to say.

I've been on this medication for about a year. My moods have mellowed, which has been GREAT. Prior to using the medication, I would get depressed for weeks/months and couldn't deal stress but now I don't have the extreme lows (highs & lows). It keeps me on an even keel. I also had a bit of anxiety going into public places where there were large groups like bars or parties. Now, I don't feel so fearful. The difference is I may not like to go BUT I GO, rather than sit home. I recommend it for all to try. ONLY side effect I noticed was 20 lb weight gain & not being able to lose it even when I am eating right and going to the gym. Read More Read Less