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Sertraline

Also known as: Zoloft

Route: Oral

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76 interactions on record⛔ Black Box Warning

Sertraline has 76 known drug interactions based on U.S. FDA drug labeling data. Of these, 8 are contraindicated combinations that should be avoided entirely. 22 are classified as major interactions requiring close medical supervision. Notable interactions include combinations with Isocarboxazid, Linezolid, Methylene Blue. Patients taking Sertraline should inform their healthcare provider of all current medications — including over-the-counter drugs and supplements — to avoid potentially harmful combinations. Data sourced from OpenFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine.

Total
76
Contraindicated
8
Major
22
Moderate
34
Minor
2

Contraindicated (8)

  • Sertraline + Isocarboxazid— Concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Sertraline is contraindicated in patients taking MAOIs.
  • Sertraline + Linezolid— Concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Sertraline is contraindicated in patients taking MAOIs including l…
  • Sertraline + Methylene Blue— Concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Sertraline is contraindicated in patients taking intravenous methy…
  • Sertraline + Phenelzine— Concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Sertraline is contraindicated in patients taking MAOIs.
  • Sertraline + Phenelzine Sulfate— Serious, sometimes fatal reactions reported when used concomitantly with MAO inhibitors.
  • Sertraline + Pimozide— Increased plasma concentrations may increase risk of QTc prolongation and ventricular arrhythmias. Concomitant use is co…
  • Sertraline + Selegiline— Concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Sertraline is contraindicated in patients taking MAOIs.
  • Sertraline + Tranylcypromine— Concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Sertraline is contraindicated in patients taking MAOIs.

Major (22)

  • Sertraline + Amitriptyline Hydrochloride— SSRI inhibits P450 2D6; caution advised in coadministration and when switching between classes.
  • Sertraline + Amphetamine— Concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms, particularly during initi…
  • Sertraline + Aspirin— Concurrent use may potentiate bleeding risk. Inform patients of increased bleeding risk.
  • Sertraline + Buspirone— Concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms, particularly during initi…
  • Sertraline + Clomipramine Hydrochloride— SSRI that inhibits P450 2D6 and may increase clomipramine plasma levels, potentially causing toxicity.
  • Sertraline + Clopidogrel— Concurrent use may potentiate bleeding risk. Inform patients of increased bleeding risk.
  • Sertraline + Desipramine Hydrochloride— SSRI that inhibits cytochrome P450 2D6, potentially increasing desipramine plasma concentrations.
  • Sertraline + Dextroamphetamine Sulfate— SSRI concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Monitor for signs and symptoms; discontinue if serotonin synd…
  • Sertraline + Fentanyl— Concomitant use of fentanyl with sertraline increases the risk of serotonin syndrome. Monitor patients for signs and sym…
  • Sertraline + Heparin— Concurrent use may potentiate bleeding risk. Inform patients of increased bleeding risk.
  • Sertraline + Lithium— Concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms, particularly during initi…
  • Sertraline + Methadone— SSRI that inhibits CYP2D6, increasing methadone plasma concentration and risk of overdose.
  • Sertraline + Methadone Hydrochloride— SSRI and CYP2D6 inhibitor that increases methadone plasma concentration, resulting in increased opioid effects and risk …
  • Sertraline + Mirtazapine— SSRI that increases risk of serotonin syndrome with mirtazapine. Monitor for symptoms during initiation and dose increas…
  • Sertraline + Nortriptyline Hydrochloride— SSRI that inhibits P450 2D6. Caution indicated in co-administration with nortriptyline; may require dose adjustment.
  • Sertraline + Propafenone— CYP2D6 inhibitor that increases propafenone plasma levels, potentially causing cardiac arrhythmias and proarrhythmia ris…
  • Sertraline + Propafenone Hydrochloride— CYP2D6 inhibitor that increases propafenone plasma levels, potentially leading to cardiac arrhythmias and proarrhythmia …
  • Sertraline + St. John'S Wort— Concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms, particularly during initi…
  • Sertraline + Tramadol— Concomitant use of tramadol with sertraline increases the risk of serotonin syndrome. Monitor patients for signs and sym…
  • Sertraline + Triptans— Concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms, particularly during initi…
  • Sertraline + Tryptophan— Concomitant use increases risk of serotonin syndrome. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms, particularly during initi…
  • Sertraline + Warfarin— Concurrent use may potentiate bleeding risk. Monitor international normalized ratio carefully.

Moderate (34)

Minor (2)

  • Sertraline + Alprazolam— In vitro studies suggest possible CYP3A inhibition, but in vivo study with steady state sertraline 50-150 mg/day did not…
  • Sertraline + Clonazepam— Weak CYP3A4 inducer that does not affect clonazepam pharmacokinetics.

Data sourced from U.S. FDA drug labeling via openFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine, supplemented with a small number of well-established interactions from curated clinical references. For informational purposes only. Always consult your pharmacist or physician.

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