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been on Sertraline for 6mos at 200 mg Having Panic attacks again

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carol28579
carol28579

Do I need to up my Sertraline? Im on 200 mg now. My panic attacks came bak again.I was so happy that I didn't have them anymore for awhile. Guess I need a stronger dose

 

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  • mary_norma68619
    mary_norma68619 carol28579

    Posted

    Don't think you can go up higher than 200mg on Sertraline not sure but I think that's the limit. It's a massive dose how are you coping?

  • Noni9
    Noni9 carol28579

    Posted

    I was told not to go above 200 mg without perform doctor. Told it was dangerous to do so.
  • anna17409
    anna17409 carol28579

    Posted

    Hi Carol

    You are already on a very high dose. If it would have worked for you it would have done so by now. I think you need to go back to your doctor again asap. These drugs are to be increased or decreased only under medical supervision. Maybe the doctor can wean you off this slowly and put you on another drug. Just be very careful thats all.

    • carol28579
      carol28579 anna17409

      Posted

      It did work for awhile but the panic attacks came back. I go see my Dr. June 26th
  • Noni9
    Noni9 carol28579

    Posted

    You might need a lower dose or a different drug.

    Please consult your doctor.

  • ZEN.
    ZEN. carol28579

    Posted

    Hi Carol,

    I am on 100mg of Sertraline and had a massive panic attack today that wouldn't stop, pins n needles hands cramped closed same with jaw.

    Lasted about 30 mins and then another 40-50 to calm down when paramedic arrived.. Totally exhausted..

    On a plus point 5mg Diazepam slowly helps me calm down..

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