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Sertralin

Sertraline is an antidepressant of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class, sold under brand names including Zoloft and Lustral. Developed by Pfizer and approved for medical use in 1991, it is prescribed for major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and other psychiatric conditions. Sertraline became one of the most commonly prescribed psychotropic medications worldwide and is included on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines.

Sertralin molecular structure
Sertralin molecular structure diagram from the DrugsPRO substance library.

Also known as: Zoloft, Lustral

Classification

  • Chemical: Medicine
  • Tag: Antidepressant
  • Tag: Naphthalene derivative
  • Tag: Pharmaceutical
  • Tag: Ssri

Effects

  • Anxiolysis
  • Excessive Yawning
  • Pupil Dilation
  • Temperature Regulation Suppression
  • Increased Heart Rate
  • Tremor
  • Mood Lift
  • Anxiety
  • Irritability
  • Emotionality Suppression
  • Confusion
  • Cognitive Fatigue
  • Dehydration
  • Sexual Dysfunction
  • Auditory Hallucination
  • Visual Acuity Suppression
  • External Hallucination
  • Light Sensitivity

Routes of Administration

Oral

Dosage

  • Heavy: 400 mg
  • Light: 25 – 50 mg/day
  • Common: 50 – 200 mg
  • Strong: 200 – 400 mg
  • Threshold: 25 mg/day

Duration

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Harm Reduction

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Sertraline: Sertraline is an antidepressant of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class, sold under brand names including Zoloft and Lustral. Developed by Pfizer and approved for medical use in 1991, it is prescribed for major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsi

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