Zoloft is not usually (to my knowledge) a firstline treatment for PN, but it has been prescribed when other medications have failed to provide relief. It helps some people, and doesn't help others. Whether it's worth the side effects only you can decide. Virtually any/everything we put in our bodies has the potential for side effects, but not everyone experiences them and not to the same degrees. That's where each person must decide if the benefits they get outweigh the side effects (or risks), if they get them.

It might be useful to learn what you can about Zoloft online (google it), take notes, and discuss any concerns with your doctor.

There may be other reasons s/he has for prescribing Zoloft, and it's ok to ask him/her about that too.

Best wishes,

Doc