When Suffering Heart Burn Zoloft Can be The ProblemMany patients littered with depression are prescribed the generic drug sertraline with no major, long-continuous side effects, however there have been reports that for people suffering heart burn Zoloft, its brand name, may well be part of the problem. As with any prescription drug, side effects are possible and the patient's medical provider has to weigh the balance between the potential side effects and the benefit to the patient. The key ingredient in Zoloft, the preferred drug prescribed to treat depression, is sertraline hydrochloride and some of the anticipated side effects include dry mouth, nausea, and constipation. If these same side effects have been seen in patients with heart burn, Zoloft can be contributing reason. It is not uncommon for somebody suffering constipation to be suffering from heart burn as well. Additionally, heart burn is often in the course of nausea and dry mouth as the salivary glands try to dilute the excess acid being produced by the stomach. Zoloft may also cause low blood sugar levels, drowsiness, and sexual dysfunction; however, the side effects are commonly short live and will reduce over time as the body adjusts to the use of the drug. For patients suffering from heart burn, Zoloft could be discontinued and replaced with a different anti-depressant drug. There may also be a diverse dosage prescribed by the doctor to help decrease the side effects. Depression Might be Replaced by HeartburnAs with most anti-depressant drugs, they should never be taken on an empty stomach. To avoid the possibility of painful heart burn Zoloft should be taken with food or milk. Purely taking a sip of water to wash down the tablet, whether it is in 25, 50, or 100-milligram dosage, the near-immediate affect on the stomach may well be the same. Not everyone will experience the same side effects, or at the same intensity, but the warnings have been noted for their potential. With its potential to cause heart burn, Zoloft may not be prescribed for depression for patients who regularly suffer from heart burn or other stomach problems. Many other antidepressant drugs available may not include heart burn potential. However, the prescribing doctor should be responsive to any other medication the patient is taking that may exacerbate some of the side effects, including heart burn, Zoloft may interact with. For most patients, however any heart burn Zoloft may cause can usually be treated with over the counter anti-acid medications until the side effects reduce. If they do not disappear with two or three weeks, the doctor should be notified.
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