June 13, 2008

Zoloft

Sertraline (Zoloft) Information
Zoloft is the brand name. Sertraline is the generic name. Zoloft is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression and other disorders. SSRI Zoloft medications affect the levels of serotonin in the brain. For many people, these medications are the first choice for the treatment of Zoloft depression. For information on SSRIs and how Zoloft  they work, see SSRIs and Depression.
Basic medication information for Zoloft  (NDA #019839) is as follows: 
Active ingredient: Sertraline hydrochloride
Dosage form: Tablet
Strength: Zoloft 25 mg, Zoloft 50 mg, Zoloft 100 mg base
FDA approval: December 30, 1991
Company name: Pfizer
Basic medication information for Zoloft (NDA #020990) is as follows: 
Active ingredient: Sertraline hydrochloride
Dosage form: Oral concentrate
Strength: 20 mg base/mL
FDA approval: December 7, 1999
Company name: Pfizer