zoloft side effects?

[ant m]

i took zoloft once and i had greens tool and insomnia. will these side effects subside after a week or two?

[laurarara]

Yes, the side effects should subside.

[Wolfy]

I never heard of green stool being a side effect of any antidepressant. Could be a food dye or a lot of green veggies. Insomnia, however, is common for the stimulating SSRIs like Zoloft, but it usually gets better after a few weeks. If it doesn't, you might have to switch to another drug like Paxil which is more sedating, or ask your doc for a month's supply for one of the non-addictive sleeping pills like Lunesta. But, also remember that insomnia is a symptom of depression, too, so give your Zoloft a chance before switching.