Sertraline linked to microscopic colitis: TGA

Six cases suspected to be related to the SSRI have prompted an update to its product information
Man with abdominal pain

Microscopic colitis has emerged as a potential adverse event linked to the SSRI sertraline, the TGA advises.

Last week, the regulator announced the product information for the drug had been updated to include the inflammatory bowel disease, based on post-marketing surveillance.