Name for zoloft?

What is Zoloft’s generic name?

Zoloft is the brand name for sertraline (a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, SSRIs).

What other names might you see?

You may see sertraline listed under these naming variations:
- Sertraline (generic name)
- Sertraline hydrochloride (common full chemical/generic form on labels)

What should you check on a prescription?

Look for “sertraline” on the prescription label or drug bottle. The brand may vary, but the active ingredient is sertraline.