How long does zoloft wthdrawal last

Zoloft is half-life is listed as 26hrs, with the typical ONSET of withdrawal occurring Day 3-5 after a dose drop (ref. Glenmullen).

So at Day 5, most people would be feeling the start of Zoloft withdrawal. If u give yourself 3-6 weeks to adjust at this level, then hopefully the symptoms should have peaked & faded - if they don't, or they increase, then that'd indicate too big a drop. Once stable, it is time to consider another drop.

If u have a good read around u will find that not letting the body adjust, seems to result in people getting swiftly off the drug with a short taper. but often being represcribed by month 3-6 due to the 'crash' that followed.

Withdrawal links below:

Zoloft has a half-life of about one day. That means that for every day that passes without taking the medication the level in the blood falls by 50%. After one day the level is reduced to 50% of the original level, after two days to 25%, after three days to 12.5%, & so on.

When one stops Zoloft too rapidly a withdrawal syndrome may develop. Among the symptoms that may be experienced r nausea, tremors, lightheadedness, muscle pains, weakness, insomnia, & anxiety. The withdrawal symptoms usually last 1-2 weeks but in some instances they may gradually decrease over a period as long as a month. It is generally recommended that one taper off this medication gradually under a doctor is supervision. Check with ur own personal physician for specific instructions.

i think it is going to take a couple of weeks for sure..maybe longer depending how long you were on that dose