What is Eleva used for?

Adults: Eleva is indicated for the treatment of major depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic disorder, social phobia (social anxiety disorder) and the prevention of its relapse and treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) as defined by DSM-IV criteria.

Does Eleva make you sleepy?

Children should be careful when riding bicycles or climbing trees. Although drinking moderate amounts of alcohol is unlikely to affect your response to ELEVA, your doctor may suggest avoiding alcohol while you are taking ELEVA. If you feel drowsy or uncoordinated, be careful that you do not fall over.

Is Eleva and Zoloft the same?

Sertraline tablets are used to treat depression, social anxiety disorder or social phobia, and pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder. Sertraline tablets are marketed in Australia under multiple brand names such as Zoloft, Eleva, Sertra, APO-sertraline, Sertraline Sandoz and Setrona.

What are the side effects of Eleva 50?

headache, dizziness, shaking or tremors, muscle stiffness or weakness, decrease or loss of touch or other senses, sleepiness, drowsiness, impaired concentration. dry mouth, nausea, diarrhoea, indigestion, vomiting, stomach pain, constipation. increased sweating, rash, hives. tiredness, fever, feeling unwell.

When is the best time to take Eleva?

Taking it at the same time each day will have the best effect. It will also help you remember when to take it. ELEVA can be taken with or without food. For women with PMDD, your doctor may ask you to take this medicine only at certain times of the month.

How long does it take for Eleva to start working?

Most medicines for depression and obsessive illnesses take time to work, so do not be discouraged if you do not feel better right away. It may take 2 to 4 weeks or even longer to feel the full benefit of ELEVA.

Can you drink while taking Eleva?

Although drinking moderate amounts of alcohol is unlikely to affect your response to ELEVA, your doctor may suggest avoiding alcohol while you are taking ELEVA. If you feel drowsy or uncoordinated, be careful that you do not fall over. ELEVA, like other medicines in this class, may increase your risk of bone fracture.

Can you drink alcohol on sertraline?

You can drink alcohol while taking sertraline, but it may make you feel sleepy. It might be best to stop drinking alcohol until you see how the medicine makes you feel.