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Sertraline - side effects, teeth grinding.

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jessica30265
jessica30265

Hi, I've been on sertraline 100mg around 2 years now, does anyone else suffer from teeth grinding or jaw clenching? I spoke to my friend who also suffered the same thing and I was just wondering wether it is a common thing, if it stops when you reduce or stop taking the sertraline or if it's completely unrelated. I'd also like some advice on how to stop or lessen the grinding as I wake up every morning in pain and I'm worried I'm damaging my teeth and gums! Thanks!!!

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  • michelle71710
    michelle71710 jessica30265

    Posted

    Hi Jessica, I was on sertaline a few years ago and I used to grind my teeth, it stopped when I came off the tablets. I've started back on them 18days ago and I've been clenching my jaw so has been achy. My dentist ever mentioned anything last time about my grinding but maybe go along and have a check up and see xx

    • jessica30265
      jessica30265 michelle71710

      Posted

      Great, I'll go along to see the dentist, relieved that I'm not the only one! Thankyou smile hope all goes well for you xxx

  • Samrock
    Samrock jessica30265

    Posted

    Hey Jess,

    I have been clenching my jaw alot on 50mg, and I would often not realize I was doing it until checking. I've not noticed clenching after having gone up to 75mg however. Perhaps your dose is not as effective anymore? Just a thought smile

    • jessica30265
      jessica30265 Samrock

      Posted

      Ahh! Makes sense, thanks for the reply! I'll go back to the doctors and speak to themsmile

  • GodsServant
    GodsServant jessica30265

    Posted

    I have been on and off sert for 20 years and I was told that I clench my jaws and grind my teeth in my sleep and I wasn't even aware of it! My dentist had a mold made for me to wear at night so it wouldn't damage my gums too much. I don't use the mold though as that doesn't bother me as much as the  pain and stiffness of my neck, no matter how many times I try to crack it. Hopefully it goes away in a few weeks. Started back 100mg on nov 19. 

    • jessica30265
      jessica30265 GodsServant

      Posted

      Ah I'm glad to see I'm not the only one!! Thanks for the reply smile hope all goes well for you

  • kerr2017
    kerr2017 jessica30265

    Posted

    I suffered this on day one (I am now on day 4)

    I asked my gp yesterday about it and she said it is normal and gave me diazepam

    It hasn't helped and my jaw is actually sore with it.

    She said it should go within the next few days.

    How long have u been on them?

    • jessica30265
      jessica30265 kerr2017

      Posted

      I've been on them about two years sad I feel as if the jaw clenching is getting worse, maybe I should go back and tell the doctors! Hope all goes well for you!

    • kerr2017
      kerr2017 jessica30265

      Posted

      I am not coping very well today so have decided I'm not going out or answering my fone.

      Feeling very weepy and worried.

      Yeah Def contact the doc to see about the teeth grinding.

      Good luck to you too

  • MrsMerm
    MrsMerm jessica30265

    Posted

    I too have this side effect of Zoloft

    I do it subconsciously

    ​My jaw aches and my gums

    I believe this side effect is more common than stated in the contraindications

    • terri90374
      terri90374 MrsMerm

      Posted

      ’m so glad I found this thread! I’ve been trolling through the internet about it! Im on day one of Sertraline 50mg and literally 4/5 hours after taking me first tablet my jaw is absolutely aching!! I can’t believe it’s a side effect from these I did not think you could get the side effects this quick!?!? 
  • terri90374
    terri90374 jessica30265

    Posted

    I’m so glad I found this thread! I’ve been trolling through the internet about it! Im on day one of Sertraline 50mg and literally 4/5 hours after taking me first tablet my jaw is absolutely aching!! I can’t believe it’s a side effect from these I did not think you could get the side effects this quick!?!? 
  • chris188867
    chris188867 jessica30265

    Posted

    just started today been eventful! nearly made a mess in my pants as it properly makes your stomach funny! ive been gurning since about 10am haha it feels like i used to feel coming up of ecstacy when i was younger. all in decent id say but yeh im noticing teeth clenching. still ive not wanted to die today so thats a bonus. god bless you all we got this.

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