Generic for Zoloft®

Sertraline 101

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Getting psychiatric care for anxiety and depression has never been simpler. Consult with a licensed healthcare provider to determine whether a medication like sertraline could be right for you.

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• Prescribed by a healthcare provider experienced in treating anxiety & depression, if appropriate
• Unlimited provider messaging
• Unlimited dosage adjustments

What is sertraline?

Sertraline is a prescription drug and was one of the first SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) antidepressants on the US market. Sertraline is marketed under the brand name Zoloft®, which was first approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 1992 as a treatment of major depressive disorder.

Sertraline uses

Currently, sertraline is approved by the FDA to treat major depressive disorder (MDD), as well as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder. Not all mental health conditions can be treated by a provider through our platform.

How sertraline works

Sertraline (generic for Zoloft®) works by controlling the amount of serotonin that is reabsorbed by neurons in the brain, which increases the amount of free serotonin in the brain. For people with depression and anxiety disorders, this can help to improve their interest in activities or reduce their number of panic attacks.

Only available if prescribed after an online consultation with a healthcare provider.

What’s an SSRI?

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a type of antidepressant that work by increasing levels of a mood-affecting chemical called serotonin in the brain which helps to improve your symptoms.

The science of sertraline

Your brain naturally produces chemicals that make you feel good, like serotonin. Sertraline keeps neurons from reabsorbing this chemical so that you have more of it available in your brain. For people with depression and anxiety disorders, this can help to improve their interest in activities or reduce their number of panic attacks.

Frequently asked questions about sertraline

How long does it take for sertraline (generic for Zoloft) to work?

Sertraline was shown to be effective as a treatment for major depressive disorder and other anxiety-related disorders in clinical trials lasting 6-12 weeks. Consult with your healthcare provider if you do not think your condition is getting better.

What drugs interact with sertraline?

Interactions between sertraline and other substances can occur. Interaction risks include but are not limited to: MAO inhibitor (MAOI) drugs (eg, linezolid, methylene blue, etc), other antidepressant medication (that can cause a rare but serious condition known as serotonin syndrome), NSAIDs (eg, naproxen, ibuprofen), the drug pimozide, certain recreational drugs including alcohol and the herbal supplement St. John's Wort.

How does sertraline (generic for Zoloft) make you feel?

Sertraline has been shown to be effective in treating symptoms of depression and anxiety. Even if you start to feel better, do not stop taking your medication without first talking to your healthcare provider.

What other drugs are SSRIs like sertraline?

Other SSRIs include fluoxetine (generic for Prozac), citalopram (generic for Celexa), and paroxetine.

Is there a pediatric dose of sertraline?

Sertraline is FDA approved for young adults and children under the age of 18 who have OCD.

How do I buy sertraline online?

Consult with a psychiatrist or other qualified psychiatry provider online through our platform. If you are prescribed sertraline, genuine sertraline hydrochloride (HCl) will be shipped to you discreetly. You’ll have ongoing check-ins with a healthcare provider to evaluate whether your treatment plan is working.

Customer Testimonials

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“I truly felt like Hims took my symptoms and how I felt into careful consideration. Now, I know I can reach out to my practitioner at any time on my phone and can make adjustments as needed.”

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“I was able to secure an online appointment way faster than I had imagined and was back on my regular medication schedule within maybe a week or so of that consultation.”

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75%

Over 75% of Hims customers who checked in with their provider reported improvements in their mental health symptoms. 1

1. Results vary. Data were self-reported between 11/26/2021 and 08/01/2022 by Hims customers who 1) signed up between 11/04/2021 and 05/04/2022; 2) were prescribed antidepressant medication by a provider after their first consultation on the Hims platform; and 3) had an active subscription for such antidepressant medication through the Hims platform within 90 days after signing up.