Hello, I have been using Pralex 5mg for a few months for anxiety disorders. After consulting a doctor, an attempt was made to discontinue the drug. Unfortunately, during the month-long break, many ailments appeared (return of anxiety, appetite problems, malaise, etc.). A psychiatrist recommended that you return to Zotral. Today I took the first dose, which is half a 50mg tablet. Is it possible that the drug started working on the same day and caused anxiety to intensify?
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Anna Lewandowska Pharmacist, Editor
11 months ago
Yes, it is possible that after starting Zotral (sertraline) you will experience an increase in anxiety symptoms, especially at the beginning of treatment or after a break in treatment.
Sertraline, like other SSRIs, starts to work after a few weeks, but side effects may occur in the first few days, including increased anxiety or malaise. I encourage you to continue the treatment as prescribed by your doctor, as these symptoms usually disappear with continued use of the drug. In the case of persistent or worsening ailments, it is worth consulting a psychiatrist again.
If you need more personalized advice, you can use teleconsultations here:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja
The availability of Zotral in pharmacies in Polish can be checked at the following address:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/86342/zotral-tabletki-powlekane/apteki