Zoloft is an SSRI medication that helps regulate mood by blocking serotonin reuptake, thereby increasing serotonin levels in the brain. This medication affects energy, sleep, and stress response, making it effective in a wide range of mental health conditions.

Conditions and mental illnesses treated with Zoloft include:

• Major depressive disorder (MDD)

• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

• Panic disorder (PD)

• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

• Social anxiety disorder (SAD)

• Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

Warning: Like other antidepressants, Zoloft carries a risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in pediatric and young adults during initial treatment or dose changes. Patients of all ages should be closely monitored for worsening mood, unusual changes in behavior, or the emergence of suicidal thoughts.