Sertraline - eyesight?

[Emilyh1986]

I started Sertraline today for anxiety/blushing. I've noticed that my eyesight seems a bit cloudy and my pupils are big! It is hard to look at my computer screen as my eyes are sensitive. Has anyone else had this side effect and does it eventually go away? I'm not sure whether to continue with the Sertraline or if this is a sign not to!

I had this when I started Sertraline. I switched to another antidepresant straight away because I didn't have time to wait and see if went away. Sorry I can't be more help.

Have you checked the leaflet?

I didn't have this side effect but there are quite a few sertraline side effects that go away after a few weeks. If you aren't sure check w GP.

I wrote down a list of my side effects. They were awful, but lasted no more than two weeks and the wait was worth it, as I no longer wanted to live.
I did report these to my GP at a follow up phone consultation, and she did not seem alarmed. Here is the list -
Diarrhoea
Agitation
Restlessness
Twitching
Change in vision
Jaw clenching
Insomnia
As I say terrible at the time, but better than the alternative. Almost a year on, and on the lowest dose of Sertraline I feel normal again.
Maybe take a note and consult your GP.

Luckily it seems to have calmed down a bit now. I had been outside for a while and coming back in made my eyes go very strange. It is so easy to get anxious about taking this stuff with lots of people experiencing lots of initial side effects. Really hoping it doesn't get too bad