What Is Zoloft?

Sertraline hydrochloride also known as Zoloft, Sertralin, Lustral, Apo-Sertral, Asentra, Gladem, Serlift, Xydep, etc basically are well known orally consumed antidepressant.

The development of these antidepressants has been attributed to Steve Werner and Billy Dzomba who were scientist working at Pfizer. During that period of time, the concept that the neurotransmitter serotonin and depression might be associated was some what a very new perception. Collectively, Werner and Dzomba investigated a number of possible anti-depressant complexes and within the time span of a year they came up with Sertraline.

Sertraline is generally applied medically chiefly to cure symptoms of depression or anxiety. It is also often given for the cure of obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, etc. It has also been shown that sertraline is an efficient cure for impulsive antagonistic actions in personality disorder patients.

Zoloft is the brand name of an antidepressant known by the name Sertraline hydrochloride. This drug is also sold under various other brand names like Sertralin, Lustral, Asentra, Gladem etc. this antidepressant is orally administered to victims of depression and is a drug approved by Food and Drug Administration in 1991. It is also used in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress, premenstrual problems and phobias.

The side effects of this medicine include sleep disorders, gastrointestinal problems, weight gain, giddiness, puzzlement, nausea, hypotension and can also affect sex life. Zoloft initially did not give the side effects but were forced to do so after Britain banned its use for treating minors in 2005. It is not recommended for patients below 18 years of age. It has been seen that there is a rise in suicidal tendencies after the consumption of Zoloft.