Attention Deficit Disorder and Zoloft WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Attention Deficit Disorder and Zoloft
Zoloft (sertraline) recently has become more widely used in the treatment of ADD/ADHD.1 Zoloft is approved for the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, and social anxiety disorder.2 Zoloft is being used in conjunction with other medications, or as a primary medication for the treatment of ADD/ADHD.3 Zoloft is an SSRI antidepressant medication.4
Fast Facts:
- ADD/ADHD is common in children and adults and is normally treated with a stimulant medication.5
- The use of Zoloft for ADHD is an off-label use that is not approved by the FDA.
- Some people who have taken Zoloft have increased difficulty with memory and concentration.6
- Zoloft may help someone improve their mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level, and may help restore your interest in daily living.7
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Research Notes References
- ↑ ADHD Help: Zoloft for ADHD and Aspergers Syndrome?
- ↑ Drugs.com: Sertraline: Definition
- ↑ Mental Health Matters: Zoloft
- ↑ About.com: Should Children Take Antidepressants?
- ↑ National Institute of Mental Health: Mental Health Medications
- ↑ Drugs.com: ADHD Secondary to Zoloft?
- ↑ WebMD: Drugs & Medications - Zoloft Oral
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- Contributor: Christine Gifford
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
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- Last update: Oct. 14, 2009
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- Contributor: Christine Gifford
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: Zoloft and Attention Deficit Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder and Taking Zoloft, Taking Zoloft with Attention Deficit Disorder, ADD and Zoloft, Zoloft and ADD
- Last update: Sep. 29, 2009
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