Sertima 25mg Tablet (Sertraline 25mg)

Sertima 25mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat mental conditions such as depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (repetitive thoughts that do not go away causing the need to perform certain actions over and over), panic attacks (sudden or unexpected attacks of extreme fear and worry), posttraumatic stress disorder (disturbing psychological symptoms that develop after a frightening experience), and social anxiety disorder (extreme fear of interacting with others or performing in front of others that interferes with normal life).

Sertima 25mg Tablet shows side effects like nausea, indigestion, loss of appetite, excessive sweating, difficulty in sleeping, decreased sexual drive, erectile dysfunction, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. It may also cause dizziness and visual disturbances. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy or your vision is not clear. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it.

Sertima 25 MG Tablet may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will prescribe the dose and duration of this medicine based on the type and severity of your medical condition. Your doctor may start a lower dose and increase it gradually. Avoid changing the dose or stop taking it on your own even if you feel well. Doing so may make your condition worse, or you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, restlessness, dizziness, sleep disturbances, etc.

Sertima 25 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have seizures (fits), glaucoma (abnormally high pressure inside the eye that may eventually lead to blindness), diabetes, or liver problems. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines before starting the treatment to avoid any undesired effects. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

List of substitutes for Sertima 25 MG Tablet

Inosert 25 MG Tablet

Ipca Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.

Serta 25 MG Tablet

Unichem Laboratories Ltd.

Tralin 25 MG Tablet

Alkem Laboratories Ltd.

Zosert 25 MG Tablet

Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.

Zotral 25 MG Tablet

Micro Labs Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Sertima 25 MG Tablet

Decreased interest in sexual intercourse

Abnormal ejaculation

Aggression or anger

Diarrhoea

Drowsiness

Increased sweating

Trouble sleeping

Difficulty in urination

Dizziness

Nausea and Vomiting

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What is it prescribed for?

Depression

Depression is a mental health condition that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Sertima 25 MG Tablet is used to treat the symptoms of depression like feeling sad, irritable, and devoid of energy.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a condition in which the individual has repetitive thoughts that do not go away causing the need to perform certain actions over and over. Sertima 25 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of an obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Panic disorder

Panic disorder is a sudden or unexpected attack of extreme fear and worry. Sertima 25 MG Tablet is used to treat the symptoms of panic disorder like sweating, trembling, breathing problems, pounding heartbeat, weakness and numbness in the hands, etc.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Post-traumatic stress disorder is disturbing psychological symptoms that develop after a frightening experience. Sertima 25 MG Tablet is used to treat and manage this condition.

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder is a condition in which a woman has depression, irritability, and tension before menstruation. Sertima 25 MG Tablet is used to treat this condition.

Social Anxiety Disorder

Social anxiety disorder is the extreme fear of interacting with others or performing in front of others that interferes with normal life. Sertima 25 MG Tablet is used to treat this condition.

Allergy

Avoid taking Sertima 25 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) are a class of medicines used to treat depression. Sertima 25 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are taking MAOIs as it may cause undesired effects. Sertima 25 MG Tablet should not be used for at least 14 days after discontinuation of monoamine oxidase inhibitors.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Sertima 25 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Sertima 25 MG Tablet may pass into the breastmilk in small amounts. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor to understand the potential risks and benefits before taking this medicine.

General warnings

Suicidal thoughts

Sertima 25 MG Tablet may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts and changes in behaviour. Caretakers should be counselled about such symptoms. Any unusual changes in behaviour or suicidal thought should be reported to the doctor immediately.

Low sodium levels

Sertima 25 MG Tablet may cause hyponatraemia (low sodium levels in the blood). This risk is higher in the elderly and people taking diuretics (medicines that increase water and sodium excretion from the body). Your doctor may monitor your sodium and other electrolytes levels during treatment with this medicine.

Seizures

Sertima 25 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have seizures (fits) as it may trigger a seizure attack.

Withdrawal symptoms

Sertima 25 MG Tablet should not be discontinued abruptly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like dizziness, sleep disturbances, tremor, anxiety, etc. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Impaired liver function

Sertima 25 MG Tablet is broken down in the liver, and an impaired liver cannot break down this medicine effectively, leading to its accumulation in the body. Hence, Sertima 25 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems. Your doctor may recommend dose adjustment based on your clinical condition.

Use in children

Sertima 25 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than six years of age.

Diabetes

Diabetes refers to high blood sugar levels. Sertima 25 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have diabetes as it may alter blood sugar levels.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take a dose of Sertima 25 MG Tablet at a given time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of Sertima 25 MG Tablet. Seek emergency medical attention in case of an overdose.

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

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Instructions

Avoid consumption of alcohol if you are taking Sertima 25 MG Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, etc. Avoid performing activities that require mental alertness, like driving vehicles or operating machines.

Interaction with Medicine

Ciprofloxacin

Clozapine

Ondansetron

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Disease interactions

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a condition in which the optic nerve (the nerve connecting the eye to the brain) is damaged, usually due to high pressure within your eyeballs. Sertima 25 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have glaucoma due to the increased risk of high intraocular pressure (fluid pressure within the eyes).

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

Take Sertima 25 MG Tablet with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet.

Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Do not stop taking thismedication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms.

Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking this medicine.

Consult your doctor immediately if you experience unusual changes in behaviour or develop suicidal thoughts.