About Serloft Tablet 50mg
Serloft tablet treats depression and anxiety disorders. It works by restoring serotonin balance in the brain.
Serloft Tablet Uses
- Used for major depression
- Indicated for obsessive compulsive disorder
- Effective against panic attacks
- Given to patients with post traumatic stress disorder
- Helpful in managing social anxiety
- Chosen for severe premenstrual mood symptoms
- Supports treatment of generalised anxiety
Serloft Tablet Uses in Urdu
- اداسی اور ذہنی دباؤ کے علاج میں استعمال ہوتی ہے
- بار بار آنے والے وسوسوں میں فائدہ دیتی ہے
- اچانک گھبراہٹ کے دوروں کو کم کرتی ہے
- صدمے کے بعد کی ذہنی کیفیت میں مدد دیتی ہے
- لوگوں کے سامنے گھبراہٹ کم کرتی ہے
- بے چینی اور پریشانی میں آرام دیتی ہے
Serloft Tablet 50mg formula
How to use Serloft Tablet 50mg?
- Serloft tablet can be taken with or without food
- The tablet should be swallowed whole at the same time each day
- Full benefit usually takes four to six weeks to appear
- Treatment continues for at least six months after recovery
- Never stop this medicine suddenly, as the dose must be tapered slowly
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients taking antidepressants of the MAO inhibitor group
- This medicine must not be used by anyone taking pimozide
- Those with a history of allergy to sertraline
- People diagnosed with severe liver disease
Drug Interactions
- MAO inhibitor antidepressants: a life threatening serotonin reaction may develop
- Pimozide: the heart rhythm can become dangerously irregular
- Warfarin: blood thinning increases and bleeding becomes more likely
- Painkillers such as ibuprofen and aspirin: stomach bleeding risk rises
- Always tell your doctor about all medicines you are currently taking
Risks and warnings
- Young adults: suicidal thoughts may increase early in treatment under twenty five
- Serotonin reaction: fever, shivering, stiffness or confusion needs emergency care
- Bleeding: easy bruising and nosebleeds should be reported to your doctor
- Low sodium: elderly patients may develop confusion and weakness
- Bipolar disorder: a manic episode can be triggered in undiagnosed patients
- Pregnancy: never stop it on your own, speak to your doctor first
- Breastfeeding: the baby should be monitored during treatment
- Driving and machinery: drowsiness and dizziness make driving unsafe
- Share your full medical history with your doctor before taking this medicine
Serloft Tablet Side Effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea or loose stools
- Difficulty sleeping or drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Increased sweating
- Sexual difficulties
- Tremor and restlessness
- Contact your doctor right away if any side effect feels severe or does not go away
Storage Conditions
- Store at room temperature, below 30°C
- Keep away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children and pets
