Starting Dose Guide
Sertraline Starting Dose — What to Expect
Always follow your prescriber's specific dosing instructions. Starting doses vary based on your individual health, age, weight, kidney function, and other medications. This is general guidance only.
Common Sertraline Doses
25mg (typical start)50mg100mg150mg200mg
Your prescriber will determine the right starting dose for you.
Starting Sertraline — What to Expect Week by Week
- Week 1-2: Start at 25mg. Side effects are most common early — most improve significantly.
- Week 2-4: Your body adjusts. Report persistent or severe side effects to your prescriber.
- Week 4-6: First follow-up appointment — prescriber evaluates response and may adjust dose.
- Month 2+: Stable dosing established. Recheck at 3 months, then annually.