New to zoloft--side effects?

Hi all! I'm really finding reading the posts helpful as well as reassuring that I'm not alone in one I'm going through with my anxiety battle. I applaud and thank everyone for their openness and honesty!

My question is about zoloft. I was recently (2 weeks ago) from effexor, because my Pdoc felt it would better screws my current symptoms. I've been reading a lot on these posts about people new to zoloft and some of the start-up side effects they've experienced. A common statement I've read, which I'm excited about, is that these side effects pass after a few weeks, and the outcome will be worth it!

What side effects have you experienced? Right now, I find myself feeling a bit like I want to jump out of my skin. I also notice that my focus is weird. What I mean by that is like my brain isn't connected to my body. I'm 'here' but I'm not. Then I get nervous and want to cry because I get scared the zoloft won't work...

Any input would be SO appreciated. Thanks and God bless!!

Hi Love.....

I am on Zoloft....actually it's my second time on it. Decided I was a big girl and quit cold turkey about a year ago....lol....and I found out the hard way that is a BAD thing to do. Anyway, what you are feeling is normal. I am on week 5 and although I am much better, I'm still not quite where I need to be. What dosage are you on?? I am on 125mg.....started at 50mg....and I am making one more dosage increase next week to 150mg. To be honest with you, the full effects didn't actually hit me until about 8 weeks the last time I was on it. BUT, I did have significant improvement around the end of week 3 beginning of week 4.

So hang in there....I know it's challenging but it's well worth it! :)

Take Care.
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Thank you so much, guys!! It helps so much knowing I'm not alone and that I will feel relief! I'm also struggling right one physically being sick...sinus infection and strep (the strep kills me...I'm 31, not 8 LOL). It's hard for me to decipher side effects of meds from physically being sick (foggy head, a little dizzy but not horrible are the biggest that I'm referring to)

I'll keep checking in. This site has been fantastic and I appreciate all you've said!!