Sertraline - SER-tra-leen is using to treat mental depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder and social anxiety disorder.
Sertraline belongs to a group of medication known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors - SSRIs. These medication are thought to work by increasing the activity of the chemical serotonin in the brain.
This drug is available only with your family doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
In Canada