Zoloft is one of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor that has been widely for treating depression and other forms of anxiety. Zoloft works by maintaining the serotonin level in the brain at a normal level. This enables the patient who is suffering from depression to feel better. The FDA has approved Zoloft as the best drug though it is only meant to treat depression in adults especially the ones who are over eighteen years. Zoloft can also be used by children and teenagers who are below eighteen and not less than six years of age.
Not everybody can use Zoloft because it can react badly with other forms of medication. You should not use Zoloft with MAOI but if you have to use it, you have to stop and begin using it after two weeks break between the two medications. When you try to combine the two drugs, you can experience very serious side effects that can risk your health. According to the health professionals, you should not take alcohol when under Zoloft medication. Even when you are feeling better, you should not stop Zoloft medication without informing your doctor because the condition being treated can reoccur. Also Zoloft must not be stopped abruptly but gradually in order to avoid any form of discontinuation syndrome.
Remember that Zoloft should only be taken once a day unless prescribed by the doctor. Also the pregnant women and breast feeding women are strictly restricted from taking Zoloft as it can cause serious effects to the fetus.