Asentra Sertraline

Asentra-Sertraline

General English name: sertraline

Brand: Asentra, Zoloft, Lustral

Application: Depression - Anxiety Disorders (such as Punk Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Forms of Sertraline | Asentra

Sertraline Drug Information Asentra

Dosage and method of taking sertraline Asentra

Contraindications to the use of sertraline Asentra

Sertraline during pregnancy and lactation

The effect of sertraline on driving and working with machines

Sertraline Drug Interactions Asentra

Special warnings and precautions while taking Sertraline | Asentra

Side effects of sertraline | Asentra

Sertraline overdose (drug poisoning)

Storage conditions of sertraline Asentra

Forms of Sertraline | Asentra

Tablets, oral liquid medicine (in USA)

Sertraline Drug Information Asentra

Sertraline (Asentra is a brand name for the drug Sertraline) is prescribed to treat depression, anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Depression can occur for no apparent reason or due to social issues, loss of loved ones or various illnesses. Anxiety is the most common symptom in anxiety disorder. Panic disorder, anxiety disorder, panic disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder are all anxiety disorders.

Brain cells (neurons) called neurons secrete chemicals that have a stimulating effect on other neurons. This process creates an electrical pulse through which many brain functions are performed. Serotonin is one of these substances secreted in the brain. When these chemicals are released, they stimulate other neurons and are then reabsorbed into the neurons. SSRI antidepressants such as sertraline increase the amount of serotonin in the brain. This mechanism reduces the symptoms of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and anxiety disorders in some patients.

Dosage and method of taking sertraline Asentra

Read the package leaflet carefully before starting treatment with sertraline. This brochure will help you to get comprehensive information about the drug and its possible side effects.

The dose and amount of sertraline varies from person to person; Use the medicine exactly as your doctor advised. Sertraline is available in two doses of 50 and 100 mg in pharmacies and should preferably be taken on an hourly basis according to the doctor's prescription.

You can take sertraline before and after meals.

If you forget to take your daily dose of sertraline at the scheduled time but soon forget to take it; But if you remember when the next dose is near the hour, do not take the missed dose. You should not take two doses of the medicine together because of the missed dose.

Contraindications to the use of sertraline Asentra

Note the expiration date of sertraline and do not take it if it has expired.

Never give sertraline to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.

Check for drug interactions with sertraline, and if you are taking a drug that interacts with this drug, talk to your doctor about using your medications.

Sertraline during pregnancy and lactation

During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use the drug arbitrarily without consulting your doctor. Medications can have devastating effects on the fetus or on yourself.

The effect of sertraline on driving and working with machines

Sertraline (Asentra) can make you dizzy and drowsy, make sure you are alert before driving or operating machinery.

 Sertraline Drug Interactions Asentra

Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.

Some medications that may interact with sertraline include pimozide, medications that can cause bleeding or bruising (including antiplatelet drugs such as clopidogrel, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen, or ibuprofen). Such as warfarin.

Sertraline can cause serious drug interactions with MAO inhibitors, which can even lead to death. Do not use phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine. Most MAO inhibitors should not be used until 2 weeks before and after starting sertraline.

Aspirin, if taken with sertraline, can increase the risk of bleeding. However, if your doctor prescribes low-dose aspirin (usually 325-81 mg per day) to prevent a stroke or heart attack, you should continue to take it unless your doctor tells you to stop. Give aspirin. Consult your pharmacist for more details.

If you are taking medicines that cause drowsiness, tell your doctor or pharmacist, including: alcohol, antihistamines (such as cetirizine, diphenhydramine), sleeping pills or anxiety medications (such as alprazolam), alp Diazepam, zolpidem, muscle relaxants, and analgesics and painkillers (such as codeine).

If you take serotonin-boosting drugs in combination with sertraline, your risk of serotonin toxicity increases. Tell your doctor if you are using these referees. These include: street medications such as MDMA / "ecstasy", St. John's wort, specific antidepressants (including SSRIs such as fluoxetine / citalopram, SNRIs such as venlafaxine). Keep in mind that the risk of serotonin toxicity syndrome increases when you increase the dose of these drugs or start using these drugs.

Sertraline may interfere with certain tests (including brain scans for Parkinson's disease) and cause erroneous results. Talk to your lab staff about using this medicine before testing.

Special warnings and precautions while taking Sertraline | Asentra

Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking sertraline (Asentra):

• If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding your baby.
• If your blood pressure is high.
• If you have diabetes.
• If you have a history of high mood (such as bipolar disorder mania).
• If you have any liver or kidney problems.
• If you have a heart problem.
• If you have glaucoma (increased eye pressure).
• If you have ever had a seizure or epilepsy.
• If you have a blood disorder or a history of bleeding.
• If you have ever had electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).
• If you have used an antidepressant such as a mono-oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) in the last two weeks
• If you are taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
• If you have a history of an allergic reaction to a drug.

Side effects of sertraline | Asentra

All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some of the side effects go away shortly after taking the medicine. In case of persistent side effects, the physician should be informed:

Nausea, indigestion, diarrhea and constipation: Eat simple foods and drink several glasses of water daily.

Blurred vision, lack of concentration, dizziness, drowsiness: Avoid driving and working with tools in these situations.

Dry mouth: Look for sugar-free gum.

Headache: Ask your doctor to prescribe a suitable painkiller.

Mood swings, anger, restlessness and tremors: These symptoms usually go away in the first few days of taking the medicine. But if any of these things bother you, talk to your doctor.

Sweating, hot flashes, yawning, sleep problems, unusual sleep patterns, weight gain, decreased sexual potency: Tell your doctor if any of these things bother you.

Important Note: Some people taking this medicine may be allergic to it. See your doctor as soon as possible if you notice any swelling around the mouth, breathing problems, or skin rashes.

Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel may be due to sertraline.

Sertraline overdose (drug poisoning)

Do not take Sertraline more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.

If you feel that someone has been poisoned and you have symptoms such as severe dizziness, shortness of breath, fainting and weakness (fainting), call the emergency room immediately.

Storage conditions of sertraline Asentra

Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.

Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.