SERTRALINE hydrochloride, eq. 100mg base, tab.

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SERTRALINE

Therapeutic Action

Antidepressant, Selective Serotonin Re-uptake Inhibitor (SSRI)

Indications

Major depression, in case of intolerance or contraindication to fluoxetine or paroxetine

Severe post-traumatic stress disorder

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Instructions for use

Prefer fluoxetine and paroxetine as SSRI antidepressants. The added value of sertraline is the low rate of drug interactions.

Sertraline is the first choice for depression in pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Precautions for Use

Avoid combination with:

  • alcohol: risk of drowsiness
  • aspirin and NSAIDs: risk of bleeding
  • serotonergic medicines (other SSRI, tricyclic antidepressants): risk of serotonin syndrome

Monitor association with risperidone (increased plasma concentration), medicines which lower the seizure threshold (antipsychotics, mefloquine, etc.).

Storage

Below 25ºC