sertraline had itchy skin after 5weeks

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hi on my 9th week of sertaline and since week 5 I've had itchy skin and red spots on my body anyone else had anything similar ?

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  • Posted

    you may have a reaction to the med see your doc, it may not suit you
  • Posted

    Oh wow Steve I have this but never thought it was the meds until I read this. I bought pine tar soap which helped a lot . I also try to moisturize a lot more which helps ..
    • Posted

      Hi Natalie,

      I had forgotten about Pine Tar soap. Where do you find it?

      💛 Dawn, USA

  • Posted

    hi Seve,

    had the same and found that an allegy relief an OTC hayfever and allergy relief med such as Loratidine solved the problem.  if you have never taken these check with the doc.

    best

    Suzi

  • Posted

    Hi Steve,

    Sorry I have not experienced this and have taken Sertraline for years. Perhaps asking your doctor is best because if you are allergic to it, then you could end up in a serious position.

    I hope you get to the bottom of this and am glad you posted so we can all learn.

    💛 Dawn, USA

  • Posted

    did you read your leaflet on side effect   and allergic reaction .  ONE med EFFEXOR at 300mg made my hair fall out. and my sight so sensitive to light i wore sunglass.s in the house , i would show you a photo but this forum has no upload

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