Additional information
| Active substance | Sertraline |
|---|---|
| Water Retention | Minimal |
| Hepatotoxicity | Low risk |
| Lab Test | Drug levels can be monitored in blood, though not routinely done |
| Strength | 50mg |
| Also known as | Zoloft |
| Blood pressure | Generally has minor or no effect on blood pressure |
| Trade name | Zoloft |
| Storage conditions | Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat |
| Chemical name | Sertraline hydrochloride |
| Formula | C17H17Cl2N |
| Substance class | Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) |
| Main action | Inhibits the reuptake of serotonin in the brain |
| Half-life | Approximately 26 hours |
| Dosage (medical) | Typically starts at 25-50 mg per day, can be increased up to 200 mg per day depending on the condition and patient response |
| Dosage (sports) | Not applicable |
| Effects | Antidepressant, anti-anxiety, improves mood |
| Side effects | Nausea, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, increased sweating, sleepiness or insomnia, and sexual dysfunction |
| Use in sports | None, not used as a performance-enhancing drug |
| Manufacturer | Pfizer Ltd. |
| Packing | 15 tabs/blister |
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