Description
Sertraline Tablets come with the branding “SEROHOLD-25” and are a category of antidepressant medication known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and are applied in treating depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), social anxiety disorder, panic disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Depression is a mood disorder with symptoms like sadness, not being able to sleep normally or not enjoying life anymore. OCD is a mental illness with symptoms like having lots of thoughts or ideas (obsessions), resulting in repeating acts (compulsions).
Panic disorder is attributed to anxiety with unexpected sensations of fear when there is no real-life threat in real life. PTSD is an emotional condition that follows witnessing a highly emotional or frightening occurrence and shares symptoms with anxiety and depression. Social anxiety disorder (social phobia) is characterised by extreme anxiety or discomfort in social settings.
Sertraline has an Active Ingredient that acts by preventing the reabsorption of emitted serotonin back into the nerve cells. Therefore, it enhances serotonin activity (a chemical messenger) in the brain, which plays a role in mood regulation, behaviour, and emotion regulation. In this way, Sertraline relieves depression, makes the mood lighter and eases symptoms of anxiety like fear and panic.
Uses of Sertraline Tablets
- Treatment of Depression
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Social anxiety disorder
- Panic disorder
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Medicine Benefits
- Sertraline is an antidepressant that blocks the reuptake of released serotonin back into the nerve cells. Therefore, it boosts serotonin activity (a chemical messenger) in the brain, which is responsible for controlling mood, behaviour, and emotions.
- It also alleviates depression, brightens the mood and eases signs of anxiety like fear and panic.
Directions for Use
- Take Sertraline with or without food or as directed by a physician.
- Adhere to your physician’s guidance on the dosage and timing of this drug to be safe.
- Take the medication whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, split, or chew it.
Storagе
- Storе the drug in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight or hеat.
- Ensure that the bottle is firmly sealed after each use to preserve the freshness and effectiveness of the supplements.
- Keep it away from children to avoid accidental ingestion.
Precautions
- It can interact with antiparkinson drug (selegiline), antibiotic (linezolid), antipsychotic drugs (pimozide, haloperidol, perphenazine, olanzapine, levomepromazine).
- Sertraline can interact with St. John’s wort (an herbal remedy for depression) and grapefruit juice since they can lead to a potential accumulation of excessive serotonin levels in the body.
- Prevent alcohol intake with Sertraline since it can enhance the chances of drowsiness, dizziness or lack of concentration.
- If you have diabetes, bipolar disorder, bleeding disorders, glaucoma, severe diarrhoea, liver or heart issues, tell your doctor first before you take Sertraline.
- Sertraline is a Category C pregnancy medication and must not be used during pregnancy, particularly in the last 3 months, since it has been found to lead to persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN), which results in the baby’s blue colour and an acceleration of breathing. Therefore, consult a physician if you are pregnant or are becoming pregnant.
- It can cause dizziness, drowsiness, or clouded thinking. So, do not drive if you have any of these effects after the administration of the drug.
- It is indicated for the treatment of Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in children between the ages of 6 to 17 years.
Side Effects
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Tiredness
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this medicine good for panic disorder?
Yes. It controls sudden fear and panic attacks.
Can this tablet be used for PTSD?
Yes, it reduces anxiety, flashbacks, and mood changes following trauma.
Will it assist with social anxiety?
Yes. It decreases nervousness and fear in social contexts.
How long does it take to act?
Typically, 2–4 weeks for an improvement, but the full effect can take 6–8 weeks.
Can children take it?
Yes, but only for OCD in children aged 6–17 years with a doctor’s recommendation.
