Sertex Tablets 100mg

Product Description

Product Name: Sertex Tablets 50mg

Product Form: Tablets

Pack Size: 10's

Manufactured By: Barrett Hodgson Pakistan

Used For:

• Depression: Often prescribed for major depressive disorder (MDD), helping to alleviate symptoms like low mood, fatigue, and loss of interest.
• Anxiety Disorders: Effective in treating anxiety-related conditions, including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety disorder (SAD), and panic disorder.
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Helps reduce obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Used to manage symptoms of PTSD, such as flashbacks and anxiety.

Sertraline increases the levels of serotonin in the brain by preventing its reuptake, which can help improve mood and reduce anxiety symptoms.

Side Effects:

• Common Side Effects:

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Insomnia or drowsiness
  • Dry mouth
  • Sweating
  • Dizziness

• Less Common but Serious Side Effects:

  • Suicidal thoughts, particularly in young adults or those starting treatment
  • Sexual dysfunction, including reduced libido or difficulty achieving orgasm
  • Serotonin syndrome (a rare but serious condition characterized by agitation, confusion, rapid heart rate, and high blood pressure)

Precautions:

• Suicidal Thoughts: Young adults, particularly those under 25, may have an increased risk of suicidal thoughts when starting sertraline. Monitoring and open communication with a healthcare provider is important.

• Gradual Tapering: Discontinuing sertraline suddenly can cause withdrawal symptoms. It should be tapered off under medical supervision.

• Interaction with Other Medications: Combining sertraline with other drugs, especially other SSRIs, MAOIs, or serotonergic medications, can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.

• Alcohol: Alcohol can increase the risk of side effects and may worsen depression symptoms. It’s generally advised to avoid or limit alcohol consumption while on sertraline.