PTSD Medication Management Guide

Daily Medication Schedule

Morning Medications (With Breakfast)

• SSRIs (if prescribed):
  • Sertraline (Zoloft®): 50-200mg
  • Paroxetine (Paxil®): 20-50mg
• SNRIs (if prescribed):
  • Venlafaxine XR (Effexor XR®): 75-225mg

Evening Medications (2-3 Hours Before Bedtime)

• Prazosin (if prescribed for nightmares): 1-15mg
• Other sleep medications as prescribed

Medication Monitoring

Weekly Monitoring

• Track side effects in symptom diary
• Note sleep quality changes
• Record nightmare frequency
• Document any anxiety episodes

Monthly Review

• Effectiveness assessment
• Side effect evaluation
• Dose adjustment needs
• Overall symptom improvement

Important Guidelines

Medication Compliance

1. Take medications at the same time daily
2. Never skip doses without consulting your doctor
3. Don't stop medications abruptly
4. Report side effects promptly

Emergency Contacts

• Psychiatrist: [Insert Number]
• Crisis Hotline: 988
• Emergency: 911

Follow-up Schedule

• Initial follow-up: 2 weeks
• Regular follow-up: Monthly
• Medication review: Every 3 months

Keep this schedule updated with any medication changes from your healthcare provider