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a nurse is caring for client who is taking sertraline and report a desire to begin taking supplements. which of the following supplement the nurse advise the client avoid
When individuals are diagnosed with anxiety disorder or depression the doctor may prescribe them with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor . Commonly used SSRIs are Lexapro, Prozac, Paxil and Zoloft ( Sertraline). It is safe to use in most of the people but produce certain risk when taken along supplements or vitamins .
When Sertraline is taken along with supplement following risk can occur.
1)St. Johns Wort: It is herbal remedy used to mental health problems.when it is taken along with Sertraline can cause fever, diarrhea, chills, and even seizures. So it should be avoided.
2) Valerian: most commonly used for anxiety and psychological stress.when it is taken with Sertraline cause drowsiness making it very hard to wake-up.
3) Multivitamin - normal dose can be taken .But too much of multivitamin are not recommended.
4) B Vitamins: Vitamins can be used along with Sertraline only under the prescription of doctor.
5) Green Tea: It may increase the risk of bleeding .so it should be avoided.
6) cannabis sativa -It causes symptoms like confusion, panic, nervousness and anxiety when taken along with Sertraline.