The generic name of Zoloft is Sertraline that is actually a drug that helps to ward off depression and is made by Pfizer. This medicine is extremely useful in curing severe despondency, tension, obsessive compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, panic disorder and premenstrual dysphoric problems. And of the biggest benefits of this drug is that it does not go through breast milk and so is an extremely safe medicine even for nursing mothers.

This medicine is an oral drug that is normally taken either with or without food once a day. It is better you have this medicine at the same time everyday to increase its effectiveness. Have this drug as exactly as directed by your doctor. If you happen to skip a dose have it as soon as you remember but never have two doses together to compensate your missed dosage.

The most popular adverse effects of this drug reported so far include sleeplessness, dryness of mouth, constipation, gaining weight, giddiness and reduction in sexual libido. Suppose you find that the after effects of this extremely over whelming, report to your doctor immediately.

Remember that you should not wean off this drug suddenly without consulting your doctor. This medicine should be weaned off very slowly so that you will not have any withdrawal symptoms.

This drug should be avoided by patients who are suffering from liver and kidney problems and pregnant women. This drug cannot be bought over the counter and is a prescription medicine. But with the advent of the internet, this drug is available online without any difficulty now.