Sertraline

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I have been prescribed Sertraline by GP for anxiety after my diagnosis a few days ago.It's giving me bad acid reflux and the last thing I need is a burnt oesophagus.Does anyone else take this and what do you do to stop the acid ?

Turi

  • Hi Turi. Yes it’s a known side effect. 
    I have a friend on this. He drinks a whole glass of water after the pill which has sorted the problem but do contact your GP 

    Dani 

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  • I'll give it a go with the water.Thanks

  • Turi

    might you benefit from the six free counselling sessions  Macmillan offer ?

    Dani 

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  • Yes I think I would.How do I go about it please ?

    Turi

  • Hi Turi

    I have been on sertraline for about 9 months and I don't suffer acid reflux. the side effects I have are a slight shake in my hands and a big increase in dreams/nightmares.I take my tablet in the morning with my breakfast

    My pharmacist has on the label "take with or just after food or a meal and avoid grapefruit/grapefruit juice"

    I hope you get comfort quickly and as Dani said contact your GP

    Ivan

  • Hi Ivan,

    The label on my packet doesn't mention the food advice just the grapefruit.I have an appointment 2/8 will mention it then.Thanks for the advice

    Turi

  • Yes I think I would.How do I go about it please ?

    Here is the link. Give them a ring. 
    www.macmillan.org.uk/.../bupa-counselling-and-emotional-well-being-support

    Dani 

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  • Thanks alot.I will contact them on Monday hopefully hearing then when I'm getting PEG fitted next week and will know when I can make an appointment.

    Turi

  • Hugs 

    Dani 

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  • Hey Turi! I've been on Zoloft (sertraline) for a few months now, and it’s been working well for my anxiety, but I totally get what you mean—there are some little side effects to deal with. I had some stomach issues too, like acid reflux, in the beginning.

    What helped me was making sure to take the medication with food, never on an empty stomach, and I’ve been sipping on water throughout the day to keep things settled. I also avoid really spicy or acidic foods, which can make it worse. If the reflux is still tough, definitely talk to your doc—they might adjust the dose or add something to help with it.

    Also, to minimize side effects and ensure the best results, I only use high-quality Zoloft from this pharmacy—topsup24.com/buy-zoloft-uk.html, it always works great! Hang in there!

    Evander