Sertraline and Depersonalization/Derealization

[bajope]

I've only been on Sertraline for 3 days (25mg). Has anyone experienced depersonalization/derealization as a side effect and how long did it last?

Blessings,
Jackie

[Georg]

yes I've had those when starting on sertraline, they can feel very scary but are harmless. My advice to you is to accept them meerly as a side effect to the meds and do not worry too much about it. Such symptoms usually subside after 1-2 weeks

[pauluk43]

you know it didnt occur to me that this was a side effect of sertraline. i had this a while , but its gone now, not totally but its better than it was. tbh i think high anxiety state causes this as i had it before i took sertraline, but once i was on this meds i had it for weeks, i used to hate waking up. im on 200mg a day :(