Sertraline

Question 1

What is Sertraline’s brand name?

Answer 1

Zoloft

Question 2

What is Sertraline’s therapeutic category

Answer 2

Antidepressant

Question 3

What are Sertraline’s indications?

Answer 3

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
OCD
Panic disorder
PTSD
Social anxiety disorder
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

Question 4

What is Sertraline’s usual adult dose?

Answer 4

25-50 mg daily increasing in at least 1 week intervals.

MAX: 200 mg/day

Question 5

What are Sertraline’s common side effects?

Answer 5

GI (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea), insomnia, dizziness, headache

Question 6

What are Sertraline’s monitoring parameters?

Answer 6

Mental status
Nutritional intake and weight
Suicidal ideation
Growth in pediatric patients
Anxiety and social functioning

Question 7

What are Sertraline’s warnings?

Answer 7

Antidepressants increase the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults with major depressive disorder and other psychiatric disorders

Question 8

What are Sertraline’s counseling points?

Answer 8

Avoid activities requiring mental alertness until effects are realized
If it causes drowsiness, give at bedtime
Avoid alcohol
Onset is usually 1 week, but may not be seen for 8-12 weeks

Question 9

What are Sertraline’s available dosage forms?

Answer 9

Oral tablet: 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg
Oral solution: 20 mg/ml (must be diluted with 4 oz water, ginger ale, lemon/lime soda, lemonade or OJ only). Take immediately after mixing