Sertraline (Zoloft)

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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 medications affect the levels of serotonin in the brain. For many people, these medications are the first choice for the treatment of depression. For information on SSRIs and how they work, see SSRIs and Depression.

Basic medication information for Zoloft (NDA #019839) is as follows:  

• Active ingredient: Sertraline hydrochloride



• Dosage form: Tablet



• Strength: 25, 50, 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