Zoloft is a popular brand of medication that is used to help treat depression. It is an antidepressant but it is also used to treat other disorders such as panic attack, post-traumatic stress and some forms of anxiety. Generic Zoloft is available.

There are Zoloft side effects that users must be aware of while they are taking the medication. Some of the side effects of Zoloft include such things as anxiety, agitation, panic attacks, inability to sleep, irritability, hostility or extreme anger, aggressiveness, engaging in unusual or dangerous activities, restlessness or inability to sit still, fast talking, actions that are out of control, extreme elation or feeling of happiness that may switch back and forth with a depressed or sad mood. The above side effects require that you contact your doctor as soon as possible.

The following side effects are less severe and more common: Fast heart rate, palpitations, dizziness or lightheadedness, skin rash, itching (hives), unusual tiredness or weakness, vomiting, agitation or restlessness, blurred vision, constipation, diarrhea, difficulty sleeping, drowsiness, dry mouth, flushing (redness of skin), headache, indigestion, nausea, increased or decreased appetite, increased sweating, intestinal gas, sexual difficulties (decreased sexual ability or desire), and tremor.

As you can see the effects of Zoloft can be wide ranging with even the Zoloft common side effects being a potential problem. You should never take alcohol and Zoloft together. Zoloft and alcohol can produce very serious problems when taken in combination. This is true for the Zoloft generic brands as well.

There has been some Zoloft litigation in the past. Some of these had to do with the side effects of the Zoloft drug. You can learn more about this issue through an online search.

In addition, you should know the facts about Zoloft withdrawal and follow your doctor's advice when it is time to come off of the medication. He or she may also need to talk to you about the issue associated with Zoloft and pregnancy. It is very important that you tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while on this medicine.

You can do an online search to learn more about this medication including issues on Zoloft withdrawal and the Zoloft sexual side effects that may affect you. You can also learn more by reading the product information sheet that comes with the medicine. If you have questions, talk to your doctor and follow his advice.