Anxiety/depression

[Saldav]

I've been taking zoloft for more than ten years,  my question is does zoloft stop working after so many years?  Pls help i've been in bad shape for quite a while,  and I need answers!  Thank you in advanced

[nursegirl6572]

Yes, most definitely these meds can lose their effectiveness over time.  Usually, a dosage increase will remedy that, but you are taking a pretty high dose already.

Discuss this with your doctor.  He/she may recommend trying a totally different med, or adding another medication on top of the Zoloft.  It's always best if you can have a psychiatrist managing these kinds of meds.

Good luck, keep us updated!

[remar]

You take the maximum dose Saldav? Yes, I do think it's quit working for you. There are many other meds to try. So, as I recommended before, see your Dr to talk about trying another one.

[Saldav]

How long have you been on Zoloft,  and how many MG's do you take?

[Kaylah_Jayde]

I take Zoloft too and I find that it isn't doing anything for me anymore also

[remar]

Antidepressants can stop working. This is what's possibly going on with you. I would recommend seeing your Dr to tell him/her how you're feeling and maybe talk about trying another med.

[Saldav]

you said you been taking it for 5 years,  ya in the first 5 years it worked fine for me too,  but like I said i've been on it for almost 12 years and I take the max dose which is 200mg.  I will ask my Dr.
   Thanks for your reply.

[drifter0213]

i don't think so i've been taking zoloft for 5 years it does work try asking for a stronger dose ok :)