First LineNot a controlled substanceFDA-approved product

Sertraline

First-line SSRI for depression and anxiety

A first-line SSRI with the broadest evidence base across depression, generalised anxiety and panic. Prescribed by our nurse practitioner within primary-care scope, with PHQ-9 and GAD-7 scored at every follow-up.

Our nurse practitioner treats uncomplicated depression and anxiety within primary-care scope. We are not a psychiatric practice. Bipolar disorder, psychosis, eating disorders, substance use disorder, active suicidal thinking and anyone already under a psychiatrist are referred out rather than started here — and we will help you find that care. We also do not prescribe benzodiazepines, stimulants or any other controlled substance.

Regulatory status

FDA-approved generic drug product.

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Frequency

Daily oral

Route

Oral

Supply

90-day supply

Minimum age

18+

What it does

What patients get from this

Effective across depression and multiple anxiety disorders
Favourable interaction profile
Scored PHQ-9 and GAD-7 at every check-in
Dose adjusted asynchronously between visits

We will not prescribe this if

Concurrent MAOI therapy
Active suicidal ideation with plan or intent
History of bipolar disorder without a mood stabiliser
Current pregnancy or breastfeeding

The intake asks about each of these. Some answers stop the process; others are flagged for your nurse practitioner.

Labs your NP may order

Draw at our Fort Lauderdale clinic or a reference lab near you. Your NP reviews the results and posts them to your account.

Please read

Antidepressants carry a boxed warning for increased suicidal thinking in patients under 25. Your NP will screen for this and follow you closely.
Do not stop abruptly — taper under clinical supervision.

Sertraline

What patients get from this

We will not prescribe this if

Labs your NP may order

Please read

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