Medication causing side effects..

Question

I've been taking zoloft for 4 days and it's been causing me to wake up at 5 in the morning with an awful stomach pain, and it's causing me to feel sick all day. I only have one question and that is, if I keep taking the med, will my body get used to it and the side effects stop?

Answer 1

If it is bothersome, you should tell your doctor so he can prescribe something else.    

Answer 2

do what they say on commercials for med: TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR!

Answer 3

Upset stomachs are very common when taking new meds. Sometimes you get over them as your body adjusts to the chemicals, but sometimes they are a warning sign for something bigger.

Upset stomachs are more common in woman because of their menstrual cycle. If you are near that time of the month, this could be a reason.

Either way, I would call your doctor and let him know. Also from what I can remember from class, zoloft is an anti-depressant right? If so, you may want to ask your doctor for an alternative prescription that may not cause affect you in this way.