Zoloft belongs to the group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and is commonly used as an antidepressant. It is mainly used to treat depression, panic disorder and obssessive-compulsive disorder but is also used to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder.

However, it Zoloft has a dangerous side effect. Instead of it treating the depression, it causes increased depression. Zoloft has the ability to affect the chemicals in the brain of the person using it. The brain then loses its natural chemical balance. The brain being unbalanced results in panic, anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive-disorder-like tendencies. There is an increase in suicidal thoughts and violent behavior when taking Zoloft, especially if the patient is under the age of eighteen. A person will experience mood swings, anxiety, and panic attacks. Also the person may have irritability, agitation, severe restlessness, aggression, and physical or mental hyperactivity.

If you have been taking Zoloft and had skin rashes or hives, swelling of your throat, lips, tongue or face and experience difficulty in breathing, or any of these other sympotms, you must contact your doctor immediately and get for medical help.

If you, your loved one, or someone you know is experiencing the side effects from taking Zoloft, you may be able to file a lawsuit. You must immediately contact a lawyer concerning the case. It is your right to be compensated for the suffering you endured from inadequate warnings of the harmful side effects of Zoloft. The manufacturers of such products should have warned the consumers about the side effects of Zoloft before consumers took them. All of your medical bills, and the pain and suffering should be compensated.

You can contact lawyers who are well experienced in this kind of field. These lawyers will help you exercise your rights as a consumer victimized by this antidepressant. They will be there to assist you and make legal decisions. This is a serious problem, and to prevent it from happening to other people, you must take action. These Zoloft lawyers are ready to help you recover the damages of injuries from suicide attempts and withdrawal symptoms.